In today’s world, our mobile phones have become an essential part of our lives. It’s our go-to for everything, from keeping track of our schedules, to taking pictures, to accessing our bank accounts. It’s almost impossible to imagine living without it.
Unfortunately, this nightmare became a reality for a woman in Mumbai’s Malad area, whose phone was allegedly taken by a Swiggy delivery boy.
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The woman, identified as Aparna Vinayan on Twitter, shared CCTV footage that allegedly showed the delivery executive, named Jayram Yegde, picking up her phone from a shoe rack after delivering an order at another apartment.
She described this whole incident on Twitter alleging that it occurred at around 6:45 pm on February 14 at the Ashok Enclave apartment in Malad West. In a now-deleted tweet, she wrote,
“@SwiggyCares @Swiggy Last night around 6.45 pm a Swiggy delivery person named Jayram Yegde had come to Ashok Enclave apartment at Malad West, Mumbai for the delivery. While returning he stole my phone. Please see the CCTV Footage video captured.”
Soon the incident becomes the talk of the town with many expressing their reactions to it.
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While some Twitter users expressed sympathy towards the woman, others criticized her for being “careless” and leaving her phone unattended
Several users argued that the delivery executive was not stealing, but rather taking an unattended device.
However, after the posting, Mumbai Police reacted to the tweet and advised the woman to report the matter to her local police station for necessary action.
Mumbai Police wrote,
“Report the matter at your local Police Station as soon as possible for necessary action.”
Report the matter at your local Police Station as soon as possible for necessary action.
— मुंबई पोलीस – Mumbai Police (@MumbaiPolice) February 15, 2023
Swiggy’s official support handle also responded promptly, requesting order details to resolve the issue. They later updated that the woman would be assisted over personal chat. Swiggy tweeted,
“This is concerning to hear, Anju. Please help us with the related order ID so that we can have this highlighted right away. ^Meenu”
This is concerning to hear, Anju. Please help us with the related order ID so that we can have this highlighted right away.
^Meenu https://t.co/EhSzF5h9fZ— Swiggy Cares (@SwiggyCares) February 15, 2023
While we do not conclude the possibility of the theory about unintentional theft, the incident serves as a reminder of the importance of being vigilant and keeping our personal belongings close to us. In today’s digital age, mobile phones are an essential part of our lives and losing one can be a significant inconvenience.
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It is crucial to take precautionary measures to protect our valuables, including our mobile phones, to avoid falling victim to theft. Additionally, it is essential to report such incidents to the authorities to ensure that the guilty party is held accountable for their actions.
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