Feb 13 • 15:27 UTC 🇮🇳 India Aaj Tak (Hindi)

Cunning thief came as a guest at a wedding, hiding cash and jewelry in a blazer and vanished

A wedding in Jaipur, India, was marred by theft after a thief disguised as a guest stole a bag containing cash and jewelry from the bride.

During a wedding ceremony in Jaipur, Rajasthan, a shocking theft took place when a thief, posing as a guest, made off with the bride's bag containing cash and valuable jewelry. The incident occurred at the Chandan Ban Bilwa venue while a photoshoot was in progress. Video footage from the event captured the moment, revealing how the well-dressed thief approached the stage unnoticed amid the crowd.

As the bride and groom were on stage with family and guests bustling around, the thief, appearing fully prepared and blending in with the guests, took advantage of the moment. He confidently walked towards the stage, waited for the right opportunity, and stealthily lifted the bag from the bride, concealing it within his blazer before merging back into the crowd and escaping without being detected.

The victimized family reported the theft, stating that the incident occurred around 10:15 PM on February 7 during the ongoing banquet event. The bride's bag was filled with cash and expensive jewelry, raising concerns about security at public events and prompting discussions about stricter measures to prevent such criminal activities in the future. The viral video of the theft further underscores the need for vigilance during large gatherings.

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