Youth arrested for stealing mobile phone from 95-year-old man in Anna Nagar
Greater Chennai Police have arrested a 19-year-old man and apprehended a juvenile for snatching a mobile phone from a 95-year-old man in Anna Nagar. The stolen property was recovered, and the suspects' vehicle was seized.
Why it matters
The incident highlights local public safety concerns and the ongoing efforts of urban law enforcement to address street crime involving repeat offenders.
The Greater Chennai Police arrested a 19-year-old for allegedly snatching a mobile phone from a 95-year-old man in Anna Nagar. A 17-year-old juvenile involved in the case was produced before the Juvenile Justice Board.
According to the police, Viswanathan, a resident of T. Block, Anna Nagar, regularly goes for a morning walk at the Anna Nagar Tower Park. Early Saturday morning, after completing his walk, he was returning home on 3rd Main Road when two youths on a motorcycle intercepted him, snatched his mobile phone, and fled.
Based on a complaint lodged by the victim, Anna Nagar Crime Wing investigated and arrested Ajay Kumar (19) of Naval Hospital Road, Periamet on Monday (July 27, 2026).
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