Suti police station has successfully apprehended a youth identified as Arif Iqbal, a resident of Kaliachak in Malda district, for possession of an illegal firearm. He was arrested after being found in a suspicious condition in the area adjacent to Madhupur under Dhoti police station's jurisdiction. Upon questioning by the police, a gun and five rounds of live cartridges were recovered from him.
Initial investigations by the Suti police have reportedly shed light on the purpose for which Arif Iqbal had obtained this weapon and for whom it was intended. However, further details regarding these findings are yet to be officially disclosed as the police are conducting an in-depth investigation into the entire matter. The arrest signifies a proactive step by law enforcement in curbing illegal arms in the region.
The Suti police station is currently continuing its thorough investigation, aiming to uncover any broader networks or connections related to this arms possession. This incident underscores the ongoing challenges in controlling the proliferation of illegal firearms in various parts of West Bengal.