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Crime
Manipur Police Arrest Militant Involved in Extortion Ring
✍️ indiatodayne.in
🗓 26 Sep 2026, 03:16 PM
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Three suspects, including a militant, were detained by Manipur police for their role in an extortion scheme targeting local businesses.
Three individuals were arrested by the Manipur Police on Monday for their involvement in an extortion network that targeted small businesses in the state.
The group, which included a militant, allegedly demanded money from shop owners in exchange for protection.
Police say the arrests were made after a series of complaints received from affected traders.
The suspects are now in custody and are expected to face charges under the Indian Penal Code and the Arms Act.
Further investigations are underway to uncover the full extent of the network.
The group, which included a militant, allegedly demanded money from shop owners in exchange for protection.
Police say the arrests were made after a series of complaints received from affected traders.
The suspects are now in custody and are expected to face charges under the Indian Penal Code and the Arms Act.
Further investigations are underway to uncover the full extent of the network.