Brisbane, Queensland, Australia: An Indian-origin couple living in Brisbane has alleged that a group of knife-carrying intruders broke into their home and escaped with five luxury vehicles. The incident occurred in Queensland late at night, shortly after 10 pm, when the thieves forced their way inside despite the property being equipped with CCTV, alarms, and a guard dog, according to Australian media reports.
The homeowners, Sourabh and Pragya, said the break-in began with two young offenders who entered the house and later returned with three more individuals to steal the remaining vehicles. Police confirmed that the stolen cars included a 2024 Mercedes-Benz E300, a 2024 Mercedes-Benz GL300, a 2023 Mercedes-Benz G63, a 2019 Mercedes-Benz E220, and a 2017 Porsche Cayenne. All of the vehicles were insured.
Sourabh, who operates a consultancy business named Education Embassy, stated that the cars were used for his professional work. Speaking to A Current Affair, the couple said the intruders roamed around their property holding a large knife and showed no concern even when they noticed the security cameras. At the time, Sourabh, Pragya, and their newborn baby were asleep upstairs.
Pragya described the emotional distress the family is now dealing with, saying, “With a newborn at home, the mental trauma has been overwhelming.” She added that the event has deeply affected their sense of security, leaving her unable to sleep and prompting Sourabh to wake up repeatedly throughout the night to check the house. Their five-year-old child has also become fearful and constantly asks whether it is safe to stay or play inside the home.
Reports say that all five vehicles were eventually located in Logan, around 50 km from the couple’s residence. Police have arrested two suspects, including a 17-year-old, who now face multiple charges. The case has sparked debate online, with some social media users questioning why the family owned several high-end cars and even suggesting the situation might have been staged for insurance purposes.
