Northeast Desk, 26th May: Karan Debbarma and Priya Debbarma, both residents of Khowai district in Tripura, were detained at Agartala Railway Station by the railway unit of Tripura police (GRP). Their arrest followed the discovery of a sophisticated firearm and two magazines in their possession upon their arrival via the Jan Shatabdi Express on Friday.
The operation unfolded based on undisclosed information received by authorities. Tapas Das, Officer-in-Charge of Government Railway Police Station, provided details, stating that a tip-off suggested the possibility of the duo carrying a firearm aboard the Agartala-bound Jan Shatabdi express.
Acting swiftly upon the train’s arrival at Agartala Railway Station, authorities identified the suspects through their suspicious behavior. Das explained that the individuals attempted to hastily cross the foot over the bridge upon disembarking, which drew the attention of stationed teams, leading to their prompt apprehension.
A subsequent search revealed a 9-mm pistol and two empty magazines in their possession. Das clarified that the accused lacked legal authorization to carry such lethal weapons. Consequently, authorities registered a case against them under the Arms Act and pertinent sections of the Indian Penal Code.
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