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Crime
Theft Accused Flees Court Before Sentencing in Mohali, Police Launch Manhunt
✍️ Amar Ujala · Mohali
🗓 19 Sep 2026, 02:16 AM
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A man charged with theft escaped from a Mohali courtroom before his sentencing, prompting panic and a police search operation.
Mohali, Punjab – On the day a theft suspect was scheduled to receive his sentence, he managed to break out of the courtroom and flee the premises. Court officials reported the sudden disappearance, which caused immediate alarm among the attending public and staff.
Law enforcement agencies were alerted promptly and have since deployed teams to locate the accused. Officers are canvassing nearby areas, checking CCTV footage, and seeking information from witnesses to trace his movements.
The police have urged citizens to remain vigilant and report any sightings of the suspect. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities aim to apprehend the individual and resume the pending sentencing process.
Law enforcement agencies were alerted promptly and have since deployed teams to locate the accused. Officers are canvassing nearby areas, checking CCTV footage, and seeking information from witnesses to trace his movements.
The police have urged citizens to remain vigilant and report any sightings of the suspect. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities aim to apprehend the individual and resume the pending sentencing process.