French Ambassador’s Phone Stolen in Delhi’s Chandni Chowk; Four Arrested

Delhi police arrested four individuals for stealing the mobile phone of French Ambassador Thierry Mathou while he was shopping with his wife in Chandni Chowk. The quick recovery highlights Delhi police’s responsive action in a high-profile case.

Delhi police have arrested four individuals in connection with the theft of a mobile phone belonging to French Ambassador to India, Thierry Mathou. The theft occurred on October 20 while Mathou and his wife were exploring Chandni Chowk, a bustling market in Delhi, for Diwali shopping. According to reports, the ambassador’s phone was stolen from his pocket near Jain Mandir.

Following the incident, Mathou promptly filed an e-complaint, and the French embassy notified local authorities, prompting an investigation. Delhi police reviewed CCTV footage, quickly assembling a dedicated team to identify and arrest the suspects, aged between 20 and 25, all of whom are residents of the trans-Yamuna area. The stolen phone was successfully recovered soon after the arrests.

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Police praised the swift action taken to retrieve the ambassador’s phone, noting the high-profile nature of the case and the need for a swift resolution. Investigations are ongoing.