Florida-Dhir Patel, 22 years old, of Indian origin, was arrested in a Florida designer theft case.Dhir Patel, who is from Gujarat, has been arrested in Florida after police accused him of stealing more than $41,000 worth of designer clothing from a luxury retail store in Miami’s Wynwood neighbourhood. Authorities have charged Dhir Patel with grand theft following an investigation into a series of alleged thefts that took place over several months.
According to the Miami Police Department, Patel allegedly visited the store repeatedly between March and June, presenting himself as a customer interested in selling merchandise while secretly taking high-end clothing items. Store employees reportedly became suspicious after noticing expensive inventory missing over an extended period.
Investigators reviewed surveillance footage that allegedly showed Patel concealing designer apparel during multiple visits to the store. The stolen merchandise was valued at approximately $41,550, according to police findings. The investigation ultimately led officers to identify Patel as a suspect in the case.