4 held for over 100 thefts, burglaries

New Delhi: Four men allegedly involved in over 100 cases of burglary and theft were arrested near Mayur Vihar Extension, police said on Friday. Those arrested were identified as Sheikh Saifuddin (25), Wasim Akram (24) and Anwar (35), all residents of Jahangirpuri, and Mumtaz (25), a resident of Bhalswa. The matter came to light after an incident of burglary in Pushp Vihar was reported at Saket police station, police said. During investigation, it was found that similar type of burglaries were being carried out in nearby colonies over the past few days, they said. The accused confessed to committing several burglaries in Pushp Vihar, Lodhi Colony and nearby areas. A car, one country-made pistol along with two live cartridges, two cutters and a screw driver were seized from their possession, police said.