JCB Terror: Wanted Land Grabbers Arrested in Ambedkarnagar
Police arrest two criminals with 25,000 rupee bounties for demolishing houses with a JCB to grab land in Ambedkarnagar.
In a major breakthrough against organized land mafia, the Akbarpur Kotwali police have apprehended two notorious criminals who had been on the run following a violent land-grabbing spree. The suspects, both of whom carried a bounty of ₹25,000 each, were caught after a targeted operation aimed at bringing fugitives to justice.
The Night of Demolition
The arrest follows a chilling incident that took place on the night of September 21, 2026, at Bariyavan Bazaar. According to police investigations, the duo orchestrated a plan to seize valuable land by using brute force. The suspects allegedly used a JCB machine to demolish eight houses, terrorizing local residents in the process.
The victims were reportedly intimidated by the criminals, who used the heavy machinery to clear the area, making it clear that they intended to occupy the property through illegal means. A case was subsequently registered at the Akbarpur Kotwali police station under crime number 555/2026.
Profiles of the Accused
The police have identified the two arrested individuals, both of whom have extensive criminal histories:
- Avinash Verma: A 22-year-old resident of Hasanpur Suntharchak Sansarpur. He is a seasoned offender with 10 criminal cases registered against him at the Tanda police station between 2022 and 2026.
- Priyanshu Kanojia: A 20-year-old resident of Satahari. He faces five criminal cases spread across the Akbarpur, Aliganj, Sammanpur, and Tanda police stations.
Police Crackdown and Operation Details
The successful apprehension was part of a larger campaign to curb crime and catch wanted fugitives, initiated under the direct orders of Superintendent of Police Prachi Singh. The operation was executed by a specialized team led by Inspector-in-Charge Bhupendra Singh, under the strategic supervision of the Additional Superintendent of Police (West) and the City Circle Officer.
The tactical team involved in the arrest included:
- Sub-Inspectors Amarnath Yadav and Rajendra Saroj
- Head Constable Vinod Kumar Dwivedi
- Constable Vikas Sharma
Following the arrests, the police have initiated further legal proceedings to ensure the suspects face the full weight of the law for their actions in Bariyavan Bazaar.