The Visakhapatnam City Police have issued notices to citizens, urging them to install CCTV cameras near their apartments and financial establishments to enhance safety and vigilance. Failing to comply may result in fines and legal action. The measure is mandatory under the Andhra Pradesh Public Safety Enforcement Act of 2013. The police aim to create a secure environment by establishing a robust surveillance network to deter crimes and aid in criminal identification and prosecution.
Visakha Crime Police, led by DCP (Crime) G. Naganna, have successfully busted a chain theft ring in Vizag, apprehending ten suspects, including a father-son duo involved in multiple thefts. A total of 31 tolas of gold ornaments were recovered in connection with eleven chain theft cases across the city.