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Crime
Man Arrested in Jagro, Ludhiana Over Alleged Black Magic
✍️ Amar Ujala · Ludhiana
🗓 04 Sep 2026, 12:17 PM
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Police in Jagro, Ludhiana district, detained a man accused of practicing black magic, according to local reports.
Police in the village of Jagro, located in Ludhiana district of Punjab, have taken a man into custody on suspicion of performing black magic. The individual was apprehended after local residents lodged complaints alleging that he was involved in occult practices that caused distress in the community.
Law enforcement officials said the arrest was made under sections of the Indian Penal Code that deal with causing fear and disturbance through supernatural claims. The suspect is being held for further questioning, and investigators are gathering evidence to substantiate the allegations.
The case has drawn attention to the persistence of superstitious beliefs in rural areas, prompting authorities to emphasize that any illegal activity, irrespective of its nature, will be dealt with according to the law. No formal charges have been filed yet, and the police have not disclosed the suspect's identity.
The incident underscores the challenges faced by local police in addressing culturally sensitive issues while maintaining public order. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Law enforcement officials said the arrest was made under sections of the Indian Penal Code that deal with causing fear and disturbance through supernatural claims. The suspect is being held for further questioning, and investigators are gathering evidence to substantiate the allegations.
The case has drawn attention to the persistence of superstitious beliefs in rural areas, prompting authorities to emphasize that any illegal activity, irrespective of its nature, will be dealt with according to the law. No formal charges have been filed yet, and the police have not disclosed the suspect's identity.
The incident underscores the challenges faced by local police in addressing culturally sensitive issues while maintaining public order. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.