Two Men Arrested Over String of Thefts in North Mauritius
The CID arrested Saravanen Mootoovaloo and Khooshal Sookaloo on 10 November over a series of thefts in Grand-Gaube and Calodyne dating back to May.
Police detectives have arrested two men in connection with a series of thefts committed across the north of Mauritius, with investigators saying several previously unsolved cases have now been cleared up.
Saravanen Mootoovaloo and Khooshal Sookaloo were taken into custody on 10 November by the Criminal Investigation Division, known in Mauritius as the CID. The CID is a specialist branch of the Mauritius Police Force responsible for investigating serious and complex crimes.
The arrests followed an investigation into thefts that took place between May and November in the coastal villages of Grand-Gaube and Calodyne, two popular seaside communities on the northern tip of the island. The area is well known for its fishing heritage and attracts both local residents and tourists.
According to police, the two suspects admitted to stealing a range of items during the period under investigation. Among the goods taken were LED mirrors, washbasins, electrical materials and engine coolant fluid. The nature of the stolen items suggests the thefts may have targeted construction sites, properties under renovation or parked vehicles in the area.
The CID said that the arrests allowed officers to resolve multiple cases that had been reported but remained unsolved. The exact number of incidents attributed to the two men has not been disclosed at this stage.
Both suspects were brought before authorities following their arrest. No further information about charges or court appearances had been released at the time of publication.
Thefts targeting building materials and vehicle parts have been an ongoing concern in several parts of Mauritius, particularly in areas experiencing construction activity or where properties may be left unoccupied for extended periods. Residents in coastal villages in the north have previously raised concerns about property security, especially during quieter seasons.
The CID investigation into the northern thefts reflects a broader effort by Mauritian police to address property crime through detective-led operations rather than reactive policing alone. Authorities have not indicated whether additional suspects are being sought in connection with the same series of incidents.
Source: Le Defi Media
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What is the CID in Mauritius?β
The CID, or Criminal Investigation Division, is the specialist detective branch of the Mauritius Police Force. It handles serious, complex and repeat-offence criminal cases across the island, working alongside regional police stations.
Where are Grand-Gaube and Calodyne in Mauritius?β
Grand-Gaube and Calodyne are two coastal villages located in the northern region of Mauritius, in the Riviere du Rempart district. The area is known for fishing, beach life and tourism, and is roughly 30 kilometres north of the capital Port Louis.
What items were stolen in the north Mauritius thefts?β
According to police, the stolen items included LED mirrors, washbasins, electrical materials and engine coolant fluid, suggesting the thefts targeted properties under construction or renovation as well as vehicles in the Grand-Gaube and Calodyne areas.
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