Facebook Video Leads Police to Illegal Mini Gun Factory in Motihari
Motihari police dismantled an illegal mini gun factory in Gandak Colony after a Facebook video exposed the arms cache. Two arrested.
In a surprising turn of events, a social media post became the catalyst for a major police crackdown in Motihari, where authorities successfully busted an illegal mini gun factory. The operation, which unfolded in the Raghunathpur police station area, resulted in the arrest of a father and son duo who were operating the illicit arms setup from their residence.
A Digital Trail to Danger
The discovery of the clandestine workshop was not the result of a traditional tip-off, but rather a digital slip-up. During the celebrations of Vishwakarma Puja, a video showcasing a cache of illegal weapons was uploaded to Facebook. The footage caught the attention of the police, providing them with the evidence needed to launch an immediate investigation into the source of the firearms.
The Joint Operation
Acting on the lead, a strategic joint operation was orchestrated under the leadership of Sadar-1 DSP Dilip Kumar. The mission involved teams from both the Turkauliya and Raghunathpur police stations. The targeted raid was carried out at Gandak Colony, where the suspects had established their manufacturing unit.
Seizures and Arrests
Upon storming the premises, the police uncovered a sophisticated setup for producing small-scale weaponry. The authorities seized a significant haul, including:
- Finished firearms ready for distribution.
- Semi-finished weapons in various stages of production.
- A stockpile of ammunition.
- Specialized toolkits and machinery used specifically for weapon manufacturing.
During the raid, police arrested two individuals: Harendra Sharma and his son, Prince Kumar. Investigations revealed that Harendra Sharma, originally a resident of Jaysinghpur Gharwari Tola within the Turkauliya police station jurisdiction, had moved to Gandak Colony to run the illegal factory in secrecy.
Official Confirmation
DSP Dilip Kumar confirmed that the operation was executed based on credible intelligence derived from the social media evidence. He stated that the raid successfully dismantled the factory, ensuring that all illicit materials and manufacturing equipment were recovered, thereby cutting off a dangerous supply of illegal arms in the region.