Acting on actionable intelligence, a team from the Noonmati Police Station, operating within the Central Guwahati Police District, executed a targeted raid resulting in the apprehension of an individual identified as Rajesh Rai, alias John, hailing from Dimapur.
The operation, conducted at Rai’s rented residence in Yuva Nagar, yielded a significant cache of illicit firearms and ammunition. Among the confiscated items were a factory-made .22 pistol, accompanied by a magazine, and a cache comprising 21 live rounds of ammunition, amplifying concerns over potential criminal activities.
Rai, now in police custody, faces legal ramifications as authorities delve deeper into the circumstances surrounding the possession of the seized weaponry. The ongoing investigation seeks to uncover any potential connections to broader criminal networks or illicit activities.
As this story continues to unfold, law enforcement remains vigilant, dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of the community while diligently pursuing leads to mitigate potential threats posed by the illegal proliferation of firearms and ammunition within the region. Additional updates will be provided as developments transpire.