Delhi Police Arrests Nine and Uncovers ISI-Backed Weapons Smuggling Operation
Delhi Police's Special Cell Arrests 9 People, Seizes ISI-Backed Weapons
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The Delhi Police's Special Cell arrested nine individuals and seized 23 advanced weapons, including Zigana and Glock pistols, allegedly smuggled from Pakistan's intelligence agency, ISI. The weapons were intended for distribution to criminal elements in India, with several suspects linked to handlers in Pakistan.
- 01Nine individuals arrested in connection with weapon smuggling.
- 02A total of 23 sophisticated weapons seized, including Zigana and Glock pistols.
- 03Weapons were allegedly smuggled from Pakistan's intelligence agency, ISI.
- 04Country-made weapons from Munger, Bihar, were also recovered.
- 05Suspects were reportedly in contact with handlers based in Pakistan.
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The Delhi Police's Special Cell achieved a significant breakthrough by arresting nine individuals involved in a weapons smuggling operation linked to Pakistan's intelligence agency, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). During a raid, authorities seized 23 advanced firearms, including Zigana, Glock, and PX pistols, along with country-made weapons produced in Munger, Bihar. Officials stated that the smuggled weapons were intended for distribution to criminal gangs and anti-social elements within India. Investigations revealed that several of the arrested suspects maintained direct communication with handlers based in Pakistan, indicating a larger network involved in the illegal arms trade.
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This operation highlights the ongoing threat of illegal arms smuggling in India, potentially increasing risks for public safety and security.
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