Delhi LG Vinai Kumar Saxena today handed over 1,559 recovered mobile phones to their rightful owners, in the presence of Delhi Police Commissioner Satish Golcha at an event in New Delhi.
On the occasion, Mr. Saxena also felicitated 22 police officers for their dedicated efforts in recovering stolen phones, as well as citizens who displayed bravery in preventing such incidents.
In the event, Delhi Police Commissioner informed that 6,432 mobile phones have been recovered in this year, till 15 September, and out of which 3,589 have been returned to their owners.
He added that a total of 15 thousand 591 mobile phones have been recovered by Delhi Police since 2023 to 15th of this month, out of which, 12 thousand 446 mobile phones have been handed over to rightful owners.
The LG, in the presence of Delhi Police Commissioner Satish Golchha and senior officers, also felicitated 13 Good samaritans, including three women, for acts of bravery and compassion that aided in crime prevention and helped apprehend offenders.
Additionally, 22 police officers were honoured for their consistent efforts in recovering stolen or lost phones, police in a statement said. PTI