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Crime
Rajasthan Police Arrest Three After Google‑Mediated Solar Plant Copper Theft Plot
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 17 Aug 2026, 10:03 PM
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Three men were detained in Rajasthan after authorities traced a copper‑theft scheme targeting solar power plants using Google searches.
Police in Rajasthan arrested three individuals suspected of planning to steal copper from solar power plants. Investigators say the gang used Google to locate suitable sites, exploiting the high copper content in solar panels. The arrests were made after a tip led authorities to the suspects’ hideout near a solar farm in the state.
The operation was carried out by the Rajasthan Police’s anti‑crime squad, who seized tools and documents related to the theft plot. Officials confirmed that the suspects had already identified several solar installations across the state as potential targets.
The police have urged other solar power facilities to enhance security measures and remain vigilant against similar theft schemes.
The operation was carried out by the Rajasthan Police’s anti‑crime squad, who seized tools and documents related to the theft plot. Officials confirmed that the suspects had already identified several solar installations across the state as potential targets.
The police have urged other solar power facilities to enhance security measures and remain vigilant against similar theft schemes.