Guwahati, 6th June: Halem police achieved a significant victory in their fight against crime by dismantling one of the largest burglary operations in northern Assam. This crackdown targeted a notorious gang responsible for a series of thefts, ranging from power grid wires to raids on both large companies and small shops across the region.
The breakthrough came when authorities received intelligence about the gang’s plan to target a modest liquor shop in Brahmajan, within the jurisdiction of the Halem police station. Acting swiftly, a coordinated operation was launched, involving a confidential informant, the Pam Khedi Gahpur sub-divisional police officer, and the officer-in-charge of the Halem police station.
In a meticulously planned raid, law enforcement apprehended eight individuals believed to be key members of the criminal syndicate. Authorities also confiscated a Scorpio and a truck suspected of being used in various thefts.
The arrested suspects have been identified as Sabdan Khan, Shafiqul Islam, Akrom Ali, Sayed Ali, Najrol Haque, Qaim Ali, Zaharuddin Ali, and Badiwood Zaman Sarkar, all from Mukalmowar in Nalbari district. Legal proceedings have been initiated under Case No. 35/2024 at Halem police station.
Interrogation of the eight apprehended suspects is underway, with authorities seeking to uncover the extent of their criminal activities and identify potential accomplices. This successful operation underscores the unwavering commitment of the Halem police to uphold law and order in the region, sending a clear message of deterrence to criminal elements aiming to exploit the community for illicit gains.
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