The Special Crime Unit has struck a blow against the capital’s illegal arms trade, arresting dealer Ameresh Rout in Sundarpada. Following a tip-off, the Commissionerate Police launched a surgical raid, seizing two semi-automatic pistols, ten rounds of live ammunition, and two cartridges.
Investigators strongly suspect an inter-state network is fueling the influx of weaponry into Bhubaneswar. This arrest follows a major crackdown in January where six firearms were intercepted during delivery, highlighting a worrying trend of rising gun-related activity in the city.
Key Highlights:
Seizure: 2 Pistols, 10 rounds of live ammo.
Suspect: Ameresh Rout (Sundarpada resident).
Investigation: Police are currently interrogating the accused to trace the supply chain across state borders.
The frequent recovery of firearms has put local authorities on high alert as they work to dismantle the criminal syndicates operating in the capital.