Tripura: Man arrested in Agartala raid; arms-making materials seized

Tripura Police raided a residence in Agartala's Hapania area, arresting Balbir Singh. They recovered arms-making materials like empty cartridge cases and bullets. A case has been registered under the Arms Act, and the investigation is ongoing.

Tripura Police on Tuesday conducted a raid at the residence of Balbir Singh in the Hapania area of Sabuj Pally in Agartala, recovering arms-related materials, officials said. As per Sub Inspector Mrinal Paul, during the operation, police seized seven empty cartridge cases, six bullets, and other accessories used for making arms and ammunition. The accused was arrested, and a case under the Arms Act has been registered. He added that the investigation is at a preliminary stage and the accused will be produced before the court on Wednesday, with police seeking his remand.

Police Detail Seizure and Next Steps

"This evening, as per secret information, we conducted a meeting in the house of Balbir Singh of Hapania, Sabuj Pally. During the raid, we recovered 7 noses of empty cartels, six nose bullets, and other accessories relating to arms and ammunition making. Accordingly, we seized all the articles, arrested him, and registered a case under the Arms Act... The investigation is currently in its initial stage. We will forward it to the court tomorrow and will ask for his police remand," Mrinal Paul told ANI. Further details are awaited.

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