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Crime
Two suspects arrested with five illegal pistols, wanted in eight criminal cases
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 31 Oct 2026, 06:33 AM
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Police detained two individuals found carrying five illegal pistols; both are wanted in eight separate criminal investigations.
Police officials announced the arrest of two men who were discovered in possession of five illegal pistols. The suspects were taken into custody after a routine check that turned into a weapons seizure operation.
Investigators said both individuals are currently wanted in eight distinct criminal cases, though details of those cases have not been disclosed. The illegal firearms are expected to be examined for serial numbers and possible links to other crimes.
The arrests underscore ongoing efforts by law‑enforcement agencies to curb the illegal circulation of firearms in the country. Further inquiries are underway to determine the source of the pistols and any broader criminal network involved.
Investigators said both individuals are currently wanted in eight distinct criminal cases, though details of those cases have not been disclosed. The illegal firearms are expected to be examined for serial numbers and possible links to other crimes.
The arrests underscore ongoing efforts by law‑enforcement agencies to curb the illegal circulation of firearms in the country. Further inquiries are underway to determine the source of the pistols and any broader criminal network involved.