Overview
- Khan, a 46-year-old security manager, allegedly stole 261 official IPL jerseys valued at Rs 6.52 lakh from the Wankhede Stadium store on June 13.
- A stock audit in July prompted BCCI to review CCTV footage showing the guard carrying a large box, leading to the theft’s discovery.
- BCCI employee Hemang Bharat Kumar Amin filed a complaint on July 17 at Marine Drive Police Station, triggering an FIR under Section 306 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and Khan’s arrest.
- Only 50 jerseys have been recovered to date, and investigators are examining courier records to trace the distribution of the remaining items.
- The incident revealed security gaps at the stadium’s merchandise store and has led BCCI to strengthen oversight and audit procedures.