Police Nab Trio Linked to Explosive Stash at Bengaluru's Kalasipalya Bus Stand

Karnataka Police have apprehended three suspects in connection with the discovery of explosive materials at Bengaluru's Kalasipalya Bus Stand. The arrest follows the seizure of 22 live R.E.X-90 gelatin sticks and 30 live electric detonators, according to an official police statement.

The investigation began on July 23 after the BMTC Assistant Traffic Officer reported the explosives' suspicious placement at the bus stand. Police swiftly conducted a spot inspection, seizing six gelatin sticks and 12 electric detonators through a mahazar. A case was registered at Kalasipalya Police Station.

On July 28, under the supervision of senior officers, including Joint Commissioner of Police West Zone, Vamshikrishna IPS, and Deputy Commissioner of Police West Division, N Girish IPS, five teams were formed. The teams, acting swiftly on informants' tips and technical inputs, successfully detained three individuals. The investigation remains ongoing with efforts to identify additional suspects in the case.

(With inputs from agencies.)