A thief was caught on CCTV stealing a bicycle in broad daylight from a Bengaluru home, raising fresh concerns over residential security in the city.

Caught on camera, unnoticed in real life

The now-viral video, shared on X (formerly Twitter) by user @saneyedoc, shows a man loitering casually outside the residence. He seats himself comfortably on a raised stone platform for several seconds, appearing unbothered. Once certain no one is around, he stands up, walks over to a bicycle parked inside the compound, mounts it, and simply rides away—all in broad daylight and with no urgency.Social media erupts with concern and advice Netizens were quick to react. Some questioned the lack of basic precautions, like securing the bicycle with a lock. One user suggested removing or repurposing the stone seating area near the gate to prevent strangers from lingering. The property owner responded, admitting the bicycle was mistakenly left unlocked, and speculated that the thief may have been scouting the location before acting.

A troubling trend across Bengaluru

This is not an isolated incident. A similar theft recently occurred in Indiranagar, where another high-end bicycle was stolen under eerily similar circumstances. In that case, Instagram user Noor Zahira shared footage of a man entering her sister’s home, stealing a cycle, and calmly exiting. She issued a public warning, urging neighbours to remain alert and report any unusual behaviour. These thefts highlight the vulnerability of even the most seemingly secure neighbourhoods. Unlocked gates, open compounds, and complacency can all serve as silent invitations to opportunistic criminals.