Durg Police make major arrest after viral Instagram video shows birthday celebration with illegal Firearms
Summary:
Two individuals named Aakash Singh and Neeraj Kumar Prasad were arrested by the Durg police for possessing illegal weapons without informing their family members. The police acted on a viral video on Instagram where the duo was seen firing a desi katta (handmade pistol) during a birthday party celebration. The video was immediately taken down, and the police carried out a quick investigation leading to the arrest of the suspects within hours.
The police seized a sword, one small knife, two live cartridges, and a desi katta from their possession. According to the police, the suspects purchased the weapons six months ago and did not inform their family members. The police issued a stern warning that anyone caught with illegal arms would face jail time. The Durg police have been making continuous efforts to curb the rising cases of criminal activities in the urban areas, including knife attacks.
News:
Two individuals named Aakash Singh and Neeraj Kumar Prasad, both residents of Bhilai, were arrested by the police for keeping illegal weapons without the knowledge of their family members. The police were able to recover several dangerous weapons, including a firearm, a sword, a small knife, and two live cartridges.
According to sources, the two men had recently celebrated their birthday and recorded a video in which they were seen firing a gun and waving a sword. The video went viral on social media, and the police were alerted to the situation. The Bhilai police immediately launched an investigation and tracked down the location where the video was recorded. Upon arriving at the scene, they were able to arrest the two men in question.
During interrogation, the suspects admitted to having purchased the weapons a few months ago and kept them hidden from their family members. They revealed that they had bought the weapons to show off at parties and had no intention of using them for any illegal activities. However, their possession of illegal weapons was a clear violation of the Arms Act, and they were booked accordingly.
The Bhilai police have been making a concerted effort to crack down on the rising incidents of crime in the urban areas, and this latest bust is part of their ongoing efforts. They have urged the public to report any suspicious activity and to refrain from possessing illegal weapons.
The arrested individuals are facing serious charges under the Arms Act and could face up to seven years in prison if found guilty. The police have warned that anyone caught with illegal weapons will be dealt with severely and that possession of such weapons is a serious crime.
