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Crime
Punjab Police Seizes 13 Illegal Pistols, 23 Live Cartridges in Amritsar Raid, Arrests Eight
✍️ Amar Ujala · Punjab
🗓 22 Sep 2026, 05:16 PM
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Punjab police recovered 13 illegal pistols and 23 live cartridges during a raid in Amritsar, arresting eight suspects linked to foreign arms smugglers.
Punjab police conducted a coordinated raid in Amritsar, detaining eight individuals suspected of possessing illegal firearms. The operation resulted in the seizure of thirteen pistols and twenty-three live cartridges, all of which were declared contraband.
Investigators noted that the weapons were unregistered and likely intended for illicit distribution. The recovered ammunition was found to be in functional condition, raising concerns about potential violent misuse.
Preliminary inquiries indicate that the arrested suspects maintained contacts with arms smugglers operating abroad, suggesting a cross‑border network. Police officials emphasized that the case is under active investigation and further arrests may follow.
Authorities have lodged formal charges against the eight detainees under the Arms Act and related statutes, and the seized firearms have been forwarded to the forensic laboratory for detailed examination.
Investigators noted that the weapons were unregistered and likely intended for illicit distribution. The recovered ammunition was found to be in functional condition, raising concerns about potential violent misuse.
Preliminary inquiries indicate that the arrested suspects maintained contacts with arms smugglers operating abroad, suggesting a cross‑border network. Police officials emphasized that the case is under active investigation and further arrests may follow.
Authorities have lodged formal charges against the eight detainees under the Arms Act and related statutes, and the seized firearms have been forwarded to the forensic laboratory for detailed examination.