Arms Smuggling Ring Busted in Uttar Pradesh
A man involved in arms smuggling was arrested in Uttar Pradesh's Meerut district after a police encounter. A large quantity of illegal firearms and live cartridges were seized. The operation led to the arrest of Aman, while his father escaped. Aman admitted to storing more weapons at home.
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A suspect involved in arms smuggling was apprehended during a police operation in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, police officials announced on Monday. A large cache of illegal firearms and live ammunition was confiscated from the accused.
Superintendent of Police (Rural) Rakesh Kumar Mishra revealed that a tip-off had been received about Aman and his father Hashmat, residents of Harra town, who were reportedly transporting weapons for illicit sale. A swift police raid resulted in Aman's arrest, though his father managed to escape amid a bustling crowd.
Following his capture, Aman guided police to uncover more firearms at his residence. During a subsequent search, authorities seized multiple weapons and live cartridges. Aman's attempt to retrieve another hidden weapon led to an exchange of gunfire, injuring him. Further legal actions are underway as efforts to capture his absconding father continue.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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