Police arrest Nayan Deb from Guwahati in Bishalgarh firing case linked to Netajinagar incident. Accused involved in threats and criminal activities, while main suspect Ranbir Debnath remains absconding amid ongoing police raids.
Police have arrested a key suspect from Guwahati following a targeted intelligence-based operation. The arrest comes in connection with a recent firing incident at a contractor’s residence in Netajinagar, which had triggered widespread concern over rising criminal activities in the region.
The arrested individual has been identified as Nayan Deb. According to police sources, Deb had been under close surveillance for some time due to his alleged involvement in multiple criminal activities. Officials confirmed that he was apprehended while hiding in Guwahati after evading arrest since the firing incident.
Investigators revealed that Deb is not only linked to the Netajinagar firing but is also accused of issuing serious threats, including warnings of a potential attack on a police station. Additionally, he allegedly threatened journalists and a political functionary, raising serious concerns about law and order.
Police officials stated that the arrest was the result of a coordinated effort involving intelligence gathering and strategic raids. “The accused had been on our radar, and we acted swiftly based on credible inputs,” a senior officer said, adding that further interrogation is underway to uncover more details about the case.
Despite this breakthrough, the main accused, Ranbir Debnath, remains at large. Authorities have intensified search operations across multiple locations to track him down. “We are conducting raids at several hideouts and are confident of arresting him soon,” the officer added.
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The firing incident in Netajinagar had sent shockwaves through the local community, highlighting the urgent need for stricter policing and surveillance. With one suspect now in custody, police hope to unravel the full extent of the criminal network involved and restore public confidence.
