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Elderly woman alleges theft of gold, diamonds from baggage during trip from Bengaluru to US

Published - February 01, 2026 05:05 pm IST - Bengaluru Upon inspecting her baggage at Abu Dhabi International Airport, the complainant allegedly discovered that the valuables were missing, though her suitcase showed no visible signs of tampering or damage. | Photo Credit: /iStockphoto A 62-year-old woman, originally from Dharwad, has lodged a police complaint here alleging that gold and diamond jewellery worth several lakhs of rupees was stolen from her checked-in baggage during her flight to the USA via Abu Dhabi. The complainant, Shanta Ramesh Kashinkunti, who is currently settled in the United States, stated that she frequently visits her native Hubballi–Dharwad.

Elderly woman alleges theft of gold, diamonds from baggage during trip from Bengaluru to US

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Key Highlights

  • According to her complaint, she had booked a return ticket to the US and travelled on Akasa Airlines on November 15, 2025, departing from Kempegowda International Airport (KIA), Bengaluru, at 9.20 p. m, with a transit halt at Abu Dhabi.
  • She alleged that her checked-in baggage contained approximately 790 grams of gold jewellery, diamond ornaments worth about ₹8 lakh, medicines valued at ₹20,000, and USD 200 in cash.
  • After completing check-in, baggage tagging, and security screening at Bengaluru airport, she proceeded with her journey.
  • However, upon inspecting her baggage at Abu Dhabi International Airport, she allegedly discovered that the valuables were missing.
  • Though the suitcase showed no visible signs of tampering or damage, the contents had allegedly been stolen.
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