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Crime
Over 50 Arrested in Jhotta Murder Case, Including Ayali En Route to Mansa
✍️ Amar Ujala · Ludhiana
🗓 14 Oct 2026, 09:46 PM
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Police in Ludhiana have taken into custody more than 50 supporters linked to the Jhotta murder case, among them Ayali, who was traveling to Mansa.
Ludhiana police announced that they have detained over 50 individuals suspected of supporting the Jhotta murder case. The sweep was carried out as part of an ongoing investigation into the high‑profile homicide.
Among those arrested is a man identified as Ayali, who was on his way to the town of Mansa at the time of his detention. Authorities said his presence in the police operation underscores the breadth of the network under scrutiny.
Law enforcement officials have not released further details about the evidence or the next steps in the case. The investigation remains active, and additional arrests could follow as inquiries continue.
The arrests have drawn attention in the region, reflecting heightened security measures in response to the murder case.
No further comments were provided by police spokespersons at the time of reporting.
Among those arrested is a man identified as Ayali, who was on his way to the town of Mansa at the time of his detention. Authorities said his presence in the police operation underscores the breadth of the network under scrutiny.
Law enforcement officials have not released further details about the evidence or the next steps in the case. The investigation remains active, and additional arrests could follow as inquiries continue.
The arrests have drawn attention in the region, reflecting heightened security measures in response to the murder case.
No further comments were provided by police spokespersons at the time of reporting.