Bounty Hunter's Success: Motihari Police Nab Wanted Criminal Bali Mahto
Jitna police in East Champaran arrest Bali Mahto, a wanted criminal with a Rs 5,000 bounty, in connection with multiple excise cases.
In a significant breakthrough for law enforcement in East Champaran, the Motihari police have successfully apprehended a wanted criminal, Bali Mahto, who had been evading capture for a considerable amount of time. The accused was carrying a bounty of Rs 5,000 on his head due to his involvement in several illegal activities.
A Precision Operation
The arrest was the result of a meticulously planned operation conducted by the team at the Jitna police station. According to Sudhir Kumar, the House Officer (SHO) of Jitna Police Station, the capture was made possible through a combination of specific intelligence gathering and rigorous technical surveillance.
The police team, led by SHO Sudhir Kumar, included Sub-Inspector Shivaji Paswan, Constable Rajnikant Mandal, and several other police personnel who worked in coordination to track down and secure the suspect.
A History of Excise Violations
Bali Mahto, a resident of Bijbani village, is no stranger to the law. He was primarily wanted in connection with Case No. 226/26, registered at the Jitna Police Station under the Excise Act. However, his criminal record extends far beyond a single incident.
Investigations revealed that Mahto has a recurring history of criminal activity, specifically targeting the illegal trade of prohibited substances. He was previously named in multiple other cases filed at the same station, including:
- Case No. 07/25: Registered under the Excise Act.
- Case No. 163/25: Registered under the Excise Act.
Ongoing Investigations
While the arrest marks a major win for the Jitna police, the investigation does not end here. Authorities are now digging deeper into Mahto's network to uncover additional criminal connections and any other pending records that may be linked to his activities.
Legal proceedings against the accused are currently underway as the police prepare to present the evidence of his repeated violations of the Excise Act in court.