Section 252 of BNS : Section 252: Taking gift to help to recover stolen property, etc.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ravi's motorcycle was stolen from outside his house. He reported the theft to the police, but there was no progress in the investigation. A few days later, a man named Suresh approached Ravi and claimed that he could help recover the stolen motorcycle. Suresh demanded ₹10,000 as a "fee" for his assistance. Ravi, desperate to get his motorcycle back, agreed and paid the amount. However, Suresh made no effort to inform the police or help apprehend the thief. In this scenario, Suresh could be charged under Section 252 of The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023 for taking a gift under the pretense of helping to recover stolen property without using all means to catch the offender.

Example 2:

Priya's expensive jewelry was stolen during a burglary at her home. She filed a complaint with the local police station. A few days later, a neighbor named Anil approached Priya and said he had connections with some influential people who could help recover her jewelry. Anil asked for ₹50,000 as a "service charge" for his help. Priya, eager to get her jewelry back, agreed and paid the amount. Anil did not take any steps to inform the police or assist in catching the burglar. In this case, Anil could be prosecuted under Section 252 of The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023 for accepting gratification under the pretense of helping to recover stolen property without making efforts to apprehend the offender.