Incidents oftwo-wheeler thefthave sparked growing concern among residents ofBhubaneswar, with bike and scooter thieves reportedly active in several areas of the state capital. A recent case reported fromBapuji Nagarhas drawn particular attention, as a vehicle was stolen inbroad daylight, highlighting the increasing audacity of offenders.Police sources said the accused usedmaster keysto unlock a parked scooter and rode away without raising suspicion. CCTV footage reportedly shows the thief casually approaching the vehicle and riding off as if it belonged to him, making it difficult for passers-by to immediately recognise the crime.Following the incident, aformal complaintwas lodged at theCapital police station. Police have seized CCTV footage capturing the theft and are using the visuals as a key lead in the investigation.