Amethi Police Nab Notorious Criminal Under 'Operation Chakravyuh'
Amethi police arrest Mohammad Sagir, a repeat offender with five cases including attempted murder, under Operation Chakravyuh.
In a significant breakthrough under the 'Operation Chakravyuh' initiative, the Amethi police arrest criminal Mohammad Sagir, also known as Salman, who was found in possession of an illegal firearm and ammunition. The operation, aimed at flushing out habitual offenders, led to the apprehension of the 24-year-old suspect during a targeted police action.
The Sting Operation
The arrest took place on October 20, 2026, following a precise tip-off. A team from the Musafirkhana police station, led by Circle Officer Atul Kumar Singh, was conducting routine patrolling and suspect verification when they intercepted the accused. Upon searching him, the police recovered a .315 bore country-made pistol along with a live cartridge.
This operation was carried out under the strategic direction of Superintendent of Police Sarvanan T. and the close supervision of Additional Superintendent of Police Gyanendra Kumar Singh.
A History of Crime
The police investigation revealed that Mohammad Sagir is not a first-time offender. A native of village Utardaha in the Sultanpur district (Kudwar police station), he had been residing in Ward Number 1 of Nagar Panchayat Musafirkhana. Police records indicate a disturbing criminal history with five prior cases registered against him across the Amethi and Sultanpur districts:
- Attempted Murder: Case Crime No. 435/2020 under section 307.
- Theft: Case Crime No. 434/2020 under sections 392 and 411.
- Arms Act: Case Crime No. 438/2020 under section 4/25.
- Gangster Act: Case Crime No. 76/2021 under sections 2 and 3(1).
- Public Order Offenses: Case Crime No. 261/2023 under sections 153-A, 504, and 505.
Legal Action and Police Team
Following the recovery of the weapon and ammunition, the Musafirkhana police have registered a fresh case (Case Crime No. 270/2026) against the accused under section 3/25 of the Arms Act. Legal proceedings are currently underway to ensure the suspect remains in custody.
The successful operation was executed by a dedicated team including Sub-Inspector Gopal Mani Mishra, Head Constable Neeraj Yadav, and Constables Mohit Mishra, Sonu, and Mohammad Meraj.