A would-be thief in Kota, Rajasthan, found himself in an extremely tight and embarrassing spot after a burglary attempt went spectacularly wrong. The man, attempting to break into a house, ended up trapped in the kitchen's exhaust fan shaft for close to an hour, leading to his dramatic capture. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of January 4, has since taken social media by storm.
The Sticky Situation: A Startling Discovery
The unusual scene unfolded at the home of Subhash Kumar Rawat, who was out of town in Khatushyamji. His wife returned home around 1 am and was immediately startled. As she unlocked the main gate, the faint light from a parked scooter's headlights illuminated the kitchen area. To her shock, she saw part of a man's body protruding from the exhaust fan opening, with the rest of him seemingly wedged inside the narrow shaft. The intruder was completely immobilized, unable to move in or out.
Rescue and Arrest: From Fan to Custody
A video of the incident, now widely circulated online, shows the hapless burglar hanging helplessly from the vent as police personnel work diligently to free him. After sustained efforts, the officers successfully pulled the man out of the exhaust shaft. He was promptly placed under arrest. Police stated the individual had entered the property with the clear intention of stealing valuables. His plan to squeeze through the exhaust fan opening to gain entry backfired catastrophically when he got irrevocably stuck. Reports indicate one of his accomplices fled the scene upon hearing the commotion, abandoning him to his fate.
After the rescue, police took the suspect into custody. Authorities confirmed that further investigation is underway to identify and apprehend the other individuals involved in the attempted theft.
Internet Erupts with Hilarious Reactions
The bizarre nature of the failed burglary sparked a wave of humorous reactions on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter). Users were quick to mock the thief's unfortunate choice of entry point.
One user quipped, "Bro chose the wrong escape route."
Another commented on the embarrassment factor, writing, "From a hole to the lockup! This is probably the most embarrassing way to get arrested. Kota never fails to surprise!"
A third user summed up the thief's 'career progression' with: "Entered through exhaust fan. Exited in police vehicle. Career growth."
Others expressed sheer bewilderment at the situation: "Stuck in an exhaust fan though? that's such a specific problem lmao. how does one even end up in that situation... did they think it was a hiding spot."
In a related incident from Rajasthan, a couple travelling on the Jaipur–Bandra Terminus Superfast Express showcased bravery by foiling a robbery attempt. They confronted four knife-wielding men, forcing the suspects to jump off the moving train. Although the robbers escaped with a bag containing cash and valuables worth approximately ₹7 lakh, the couple managed to seize a bag belonging to the attackers, which police believe could be crucial evidence.
