Gangs of WhatsAppur: Mumbai’s thieves reinvent codes for digital age

Mumbai police have made headlines by unearthing a pickpocketing ring that relied on encrypted WhatsApp chats for coordination. This gang demonstrated intricate organization, defining roles and modifying their communication codes daily. Historically, thieves adapted hand signals and glances to avoid capture, yet this contemporary approach shows how technology is reshaping criminal tactics, enabling faster and safer exchanges.

By V NARAYAN