In recent news, 8 to 10 laptops were found by Nashik police. On the 24th of August, they found laptops of famous brands like Lenovo and ASUS. Reportedly, these laptops were stolen midway through a delivery. This news has been circulated among the IT channel partner groups.
Till now there has been no news about the identity of the thief or to whom these laptops these laptops belonged. Channel partners are a bit worried about this news. There is apprehension related to the laptop theft from a delivery van.
In an exclusive interview with the DQ Channel advisory member of the Computer Association of Nashik, Rajesh P. Bhavsar revealed that they have not received any news regarding the identity of thieves or anything about the owner of the laptops.
In India, there has been a notable surge in incidents involving the theft of laptops and other valuable IT peripherals. The frequency of news reports detailing such thefts underscores the widespread nature of this issue. Given the portable nature of IT peripherals, their ease of transport, and the potential for quick monetization, laptops, mobile devices, and personal computers have become prime targets for theft. This trend is not limited to India alone; it is a global phenomenon.
Citing research conducted by Gartner, a prominent technology advisory firm, the scale of this problem becomes even more apparent. Globally, a laptop is reported stolen approximately every 53 seconds. This statistic underscores the alarming rate at which such thefts occur on a worldwide scale, and it serves as a stark reminder of the pressing need for heightened security measures to safeguard these valuable devices. As technology continues to play an increasingly integral role in our lives, mitigating the risks associated with IT peripheral theft becomes a critical consideration for individuals, businesses, and law enforcement agencies alike.
Consequently, This recent news of stolen Lenovo and ASUS laptops has been circulated to various IT groups so that the channel partner community stays aware and police can find the rightful owner.