Azamgarh Police Bust Inter-District Gang: 3 Arrested, 34 Cases Solved
Devgaon police dismantled an inter-district gang in Azamgarh, arresting three men and recovering stolen jewelry, cash, and an illegal firearm.
In a major breakthrough against organized crime, the Devgaon police in Azamgarh have dismantled a notorious inter-district gang specializing in theft and burglary. The operation led to the arrest of three habitual offenders, effectively solving 34 pending criminal cases across the districts of Azamgarh and Jaunpur.
The Investigation: Two Key Heists
The police crackdown was triggered by two significant thefts that had left local residents shaken. The first incident occurred on the night of September 30 in Gopalpur Sotholi village, where thieves targeted the home of Ramashankar Yadav. The gang managed to steal a Splendor motorcycle, two televisions, and several other household items from the veranda.
Shortly after, on October 10, the gang struck again in Kanjhit village. They broke into the residence of Shivshankar, making off with a stash of gold and silver jewelry, cash, and various other valuables. Following these incidents, the police registered formal cases and launched a coordinated hunt for the perpetrators.
The Midnight Ambush
Under the strategic direction of Superintendent of Police Dr. Anil Kumar, the Devgaon police team tracked the suspects' movements. The operation culminated in the early hours of Friday, October 30. At approximately 1:50 AM, police intercepted the trio under the Molnapur overbridge on Mehnajpur Road, catching them off guard and taking them into custody.
Recovered Loot and Weaponry
Upon arresting the suspects, the police recovered a significant amount of stolen property and illegal weaponry, including:
- The Stolen Vehicle: A Splendor motorcycle with registration number UP 50 CB 2593.
- Jewelry: Three pairs of silver anklets, 15 toe rings, and a gold-colored chain.
- Cash: A total of 1,510 rupees.
- Arms: One .315 bore illegal firearm and two live cartridges.
Profiles of the Accused
The arrested individuals are seasoned criminals with extensive rap sheets. The police identified them as:
- Santosh Singh: A resident of Tilhua (Nizamabad station), Singh is the most prolific member of the group with 19 criminal cases registered against him across Azamgarh and Jaunpur.
- Sanjay Rai: A resident of Ramchandrapur (Devgaon station), Rai has 10 cases to his name. He is facing additional charges under the Arms Act due to the firearm found in his possession.
- Sumit (alias Sonu Singh): A resident of Ahirauli (Mehnagar station), Sumit has five recorded criminal cases.
The charges against the trio include theft, burglary, and violations of the Arms Act and the Gangster Act. Following the recovery of the stolen goods, police have added relevant legal sections to the existing cases to ensure stringent action against the gang.