Delhi Police Arrests Notorious Operative Linked to International Arms Trafficking
One more operative linked to Bangladesh-based arms dealer Shahbaz Ansari arrested
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Delhi Police's Crime Branch arrested Praveen Kumar, an operative connected to Bangladesh-based arms dealer Shahbaz Ansari, amid a crackdown on a transnational arms trafficking network linked to Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). Authorities seized illegal firearms and ammunition in the operation, highlighting ongoing efforts to dismantle such networks in the region.
- 01Praveen Kumar, alias Tittu, was arrested for links to arms dealer Shahbaz Ansari.
- 02The operation is part of a larger crackdown on a network backed by Pakistan's ISI.
- 03Authorities recovered one Italian-made pistol and five cartridges from Kumar.
- 04A total of 25 foreign-made weapons and 221 live cartridges have been seized.
- 05Rohit Chaudhary, another key figure in the network, is also wanted for serious crimes.
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In a significant operation against transnational arms trafficking, the Delhi Police's Crime Branch has arrested Praveen Kumar, also known as Tittu, who is linked to the notorious arms dealer Shahbaz Ansari based in Bangladesh. This arrest is part of a broader crackdown on a network allegedly supported by Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). Authorities have seized 25 foreign-made sophisticated weapons, including a sub-machine gun, and 221 live cartridges from various accused individuals connected to this network. Praveen Kumar, aged 45, was apprehended with an Italian-made semi-automatic pistol and five cartridges. He has been linked to gangster Rohit Chaudhary, who has a ₹4 lakh reward on his head for multiple serious charges. The police have invoked sections of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act in this case, indicating the gravity of the situation. Investigations reveal that Kumar was involved in illegal property dealings and had connections to organized crime in South Delhi, particularly in areas like Malviya Nagar and Aaya Nagar. The ongoing efforts to dismantle these networks underscore the challenges posed by international arms trafficking and terrorism.
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The arrest of Praveen Kumar and the dismantling of this arms trafficking network could lead to reduced violence and crime in affected areas of South Delhi.
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