India, Feb. 22 -- In a dramatic twist straight out of a crime thriller, Delhi Police used a Blinkit chocolate delivery to track down and arrest two mobile snatchers and their middleman, busting a snatching syndicate and recovering an iPhone 14 Pro along with other stolen property.

The breakthrough came after police placed a chocolate order on February 9, celebrated by many as "Chocolate Day" during Valentine's week, using the suspect's mobile number and posing as a secret admirer. The delivery trail led officers straight to the accused's precise location in Wazirabad.

Deputy Commissioner of Police (Central) Anant Mittal said the operation reflected the "professionalism, vigilance and unwavering commitment" of the district police. He sai...