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At times when neighbouring country Nepal is under a devastating situation after a flash flood hits, reportedly killing around 400 people and about 1400 gone missing. Amid the rescue operation, a shocking video has come forth where two people were captured removing gold earrings from the body of a flood victim. Both of them are arrested after the video went viral.
Amid devastating floods in Nepal, Chitwan Police arrested Madan Gurung and Umesh Chaudhary near Pokhara Bus Park after a viral video showed them allegedly stealing gold earrings from a flood victim’s body.
The arrests come as Nepal continues to deal with the devastating aftermath of flash floods and landslides that have killed hundreds of people and left many others missing. Authorities are recovering bodies from rivers and flood-hit areas, while families continue to search for their loved ones.
Two men seen stealing earrings from a body washed up in Nepal’s flash floods have been arrested by police.
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Viral Video Leads To Police Investigation
The body was washed away to the river due to floods that occurred after a landslide at Tibet on Wednesday, according to several news media outlets.
Social media footage of two men stealing earrings made of gold from the body was circulated.
Following this incident, the Chitwan Police Department started an investigation to trace out those responsible for such an act.
Two Suspects Arrested Near Pokhara Bus Park
Police reportedly traced the two suspects using information from the viral footage.
They were arrested near Pokhara Bus Park in Bharatpur Metropolitan City-1 on Thursday, according to reports citing the District Police Office, Chitwan.
The accused have been identified as:
Madan Gurung, 25, from Binayi Tribeni Rural Municipality in Nawalparasi, who was reportedly staying with his maternal uncle in Bharatpur.
Umesh Chaudhary, 38, originally from Chandabela Municipality in Sunsari and currently residing in Bharatpur.
Both men have been taken to the District Police Office in Chitwan for further investigation.
Police Warn Against Looting From Disaster Victims
Regarding this matter, SP Rameshwar Paudel, who is the Chief of Police in Chitwan, has commented that the authority will never allow itself to be tolerated with any form of looting and any other inhumane acts concerning the victims of the disaster and even the corpses.
There are several police personnel who have been appointed for investigation and arrest of people indulging in such activities, according to media reports.
Bodies Being Recovered From Narayani And Trishuli Rivers
The arrests come as rescue and recovery teams continue to find and manage bodies along the Narayani and Trishuli riverbanks.
The devastating Bhotekoshi floods swept away people, homes and vehicles, with floodwaters carrying debris and, in some cases, bodies far downstream.
Authorities are working to recover, identify and hand over the bodies to their families wherever possible.
Concerns Over Valuables Found On Victims
Police have reportedly increased monitoring following concerns that valuables could be removed from bodies recovered after the floods.
For grieving families already struggling to locate missing relatives, reports of alleged theft from victims have added another layer of distress.
Chitwan Police has urged members of the public to immediately inform authorities if they come across information or evidence related to theft, looting or other inhumane activities connected with the disaster.
Sachin Tendulkar Expresses Concern Over Nepal Floods
The devastating situation in Nepal has also drawn concern from people in India and across the region.
Former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar expressed his support for families waiting for news about their loved ones.
“There is perhaps no greater uncertainty than not knowing whether someone you love is safe,” Tendulkar said, expressing his sympathy for families affected by the floods and those still waiting for information.
He also offered prayers for the missing people and praised the rescue teams continuing their efforts in difficult conditions.
