In a significant operation, police in Simri Bakhtiyarpur, Saharsa district, have arrested a youth found in possession of illegal weapons. Acting on a confidential tip-off regarding the presence of individuals involved in illegal arms activities in the area, the police conducted a raid and apprehended a suspect.

Upon searching the arrested youth, authorities recovered a loaded country-made pistol (desi katta) and several live cartridges. Police sources indicate that an investigation is underway to determine the purpose for which the youth intended to use these weapons. Authorities are also probing potential links to criminal gangs and tracing the origin of the seized firearms. Further interrogation is ongoing, with expectations of more revelations in the near future.

The Simri Bakhtiyarpur Station House Officer stated that a continuous campaign against illegal weapons is being carried out, emphasizing that criminal activities will not be allowed to flourish in the region. He urged the public to report any suspicious individuals or activities to the police immediately. This action by the police is expected to help curb the illegal arms trade and maintain law and order in the area. A case has been registered against the arrested youth under the Arms Act, and further legal proceedings are underway.