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Crime
Maid’s Lavish Lifestyle Triggers 1.5 Crore Jewelry Theft Probe in Nayagaon
✍️ Amar Ujala · Mohali
🗓 07 Oct 2026, 11:36 PM
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Police in Nayagaon arrested four suspects, including jewelers, after a domestic worker’s upscale habits led to the discovery of missing jewelry worth ₹1.5 crore.
A domestic worker employed at a Nayagaon residence came under scrutiny after her sudden penchant for high‑end clubs and air travel raised doubts among the homeowners. The family, alarmed by the change in her lifestyle, ordered a thorough inspection of the premises.
The search revealed that jewelry valued at approximately ₹1.5 crore was missing from the household safe. Investigators traced the loss to the maid’s recent activities and launched a theft case.
Police detained four individuals in connection with the crime, among them two jewelers who were suspected of facilitating the sale of the stolen items. The suspects were taken into custody for further questioning.
Authorities confirmed that the investigation is ongoing and that they are examining financial records and travel logs to establish the full chain of the theft. The case underscores growing concerns over domestic staff vetting in affluent neighborhoods.
The Nayagaon police have urged other residents to remain vigilant and report any irregularities in the behavior of household employees.
The search revealed that jewelry valued at approximately ₹1.5 crore was missing from the household safe. Investigators traced the loss to the maid’s recent activities and launched a theft case.
Police detained four individuals in connection with the crime, among them two jewelers who were suspected of facilitating the sale of the stolen items. The suspects were taken into custody for further questioning.
Authorities confirmed that the investigation is ongoing and that they are examining financial records and travel logs to establish the full chain of the theft. The case underscores growing concerns over domestic staff vetting in affluent neighborhoods.
The Nayagaon police have urged other residents to remain vigilant and report any irregularities in the behavior of household employees.