Crime - The Purbottar

18 Jun

Recently in the Siliguri Ramakrishna Mission land grabbing case two more individuals have been apprehended

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In a significant development in the Siliguri Ramakrishna Mission land-grabbing case, recently two more individuals have been apprehended. Actually the arrested accused are Bidhan Halder (40) from Shaktigarh and Sanjay Sikder (32) from the Subhas Pally area. Consequently, the number of individuals actually arrested rises up to 13. Notably, on May 19, an attempt by the land mafia armed with firearms and weapons to seize Ramakrishna Mission property led to a formal complaint filed at Bhakti Nagar police station. Subsequently, authorities arrested 11 individuals, including Pradip Roy and Alok Das, and suspects associated with the KGF gang, based on the…

11 Jun

Recently a robber and a passenger woman fell off the train during an alleged robbery attempt

Ashish MajumderCrime

Recently an alarming incident came to the fore where a robber and a passenger woman fell off the train during an alleged robbery attempt. In fact the incident occurred on the intercity express from Siliguri to Katihar ahead of the Naxalbari station. According to the reports, the woman, Kakali Mandal, a resident of Sukanta Pally in Islampur, and her husband were returning home after medical treatment. However, when the husband left for the lavatory on the train, a robber grabbed the woman’s bag in an attempt to loot. During this, both of them accidentally fell from the moving train and…

10 Jun

One arrested after theft in vacant residence in Fulbari

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Recently a theft occurred in an empty house in the Jorpakhri area of Fulbari II, resulting in the arrest of Mohammad Shakil by NJP police. Reportedly, the incident took place between June 2 and June 8, while the homeowner and family were out of town. Upon their return, they discovered the house in disarray and several gold ornaments missing. Actually the homeowner filed a written complaint at the NJP police station, prompting a swift response from the authorities. Within 12 hours of receiving the complaint, the police apprehended Mohammad Shakil and recovered the stolen gold ornaments. On Monday the accused…

27 May

Recently the NJP police station has arrested an individual in connection with an attempted cattle trafficking operation

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Recently the NJP police station has arrested an individual identified as Nizamuddin, a resident of Bihar, in connection with an attempted cattle trafficking operation. Actually the arrest occurred during a raid conducted by the police on Sunday night near the Fulbari Bypass Toll Gate adjacent to Siliguri. In fact police sources revealed that 26 cows were recovered from a container truck during the operation, based on a tip-off. Actually the cattle were reportedly being transported from Ghoshpukur towards Jalpaiguri. Following the arrest, the accused driver was actually presented before the Jalpaiguri District Court on Monday. The police are currently investigating…

18 May

Arbind Kejriwal gets arrested again on money laundering case

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The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has accused Delhi Chief Minister Arbind Kejriwal in money laundering case, making it first ever case to get registered against any political party. According to the sources, the ED has filed eighth charge sheet in the Delhi excise policy 2021-22 before a court on Friday. A sources informed saying, “A detailed prosecution complaint (or charge sheet) has been filed based on irrefutable evidence that shows that Kejriwal is the key conspirator who used his position as the CM of Delhi to facilitate the offence of money laundering punishable u/s 4 of PMLA (prevention of money laundering…

15 May

Family feud turns out to kill each other in Assam

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A youth in Digboi, Assam identified as Amrit Thakur was brutally attacked by a group of miscreants who attempted to kill him. According to the sources, the horrifying incident took place at Digboi Chariali locality. The victim alleged that the attack was done by his wife's relatives due to family feud. Amrit has been seeking seperation from his wife. However, the victim is admitted to hospital and he is under treatment with severe injuries and critical condition.

13 May

For allegedly embezzling about 30 to 40 lakh rupees Panitanki Outpost police have apprehended the in-charge of a drinking water company

Ashish MajumderCrime

Recently Panitanki Outpost police have apprehended the in-charge of a drinking water company for allegedly embezzling about 30 to 40 lakh rupees. Actually the accused, identified as Gaurav Dutta, originally from Kishanganj, but resides in Patti Colony of Siliguri, held a prominent position within the company. Reportedly, Gaurav Dutta’s responsibilities actually included overseeing the provision of drinking water services at railway and bus stations across several states. In fact during this, Gaurav Dutta allegedly misappropriated company funds. Subsequently, Gaurav Dutta relocated his position from Alipurduar to Siliguri. However, upon discovery of the embezzlement during the company’s audit, a formal complaint…

13 May

Recently the Bagdogra police have apprehended two individuals in connection with a recent theft

Ashish MajumderCrime

Recently the Bagdogra police have apprehended two individuals in connection with a recent theft at the residence of the assistant manager of Bhojnarayan Tea Estate in Phansidewa. Actually the accused, identified as Vijay Kalyan Toppo (30) and Rahul Kujur (25), were arrested within 12 days of the reported incident. As per the sources, the theft occurred on May 1, prompting assistant manager Paresh Chandra Sarkar to lodge a formal complaint at the Bagdogra police station. Following the investigation, the police officers initiated an investigation that led to the apprehension of the suspects from the Jhari line of Bhojnarayan Tea Estate…

11 May

One arrested with banned cough syrup after Jaigaon Police conduct anti-narcotics raid

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In a recent development, Jaigaon police actually conducted an operation resulting in the arrest of an individual found in possession of cough syrup. Actually the arrested accused has been identified as Pemba Sherpa. Reportedly, acting on a tip-off, the police actually raided a residence located in the Bow Bazar area of Jaigaon on Friday. In fact during the raid, a significant quantity of banned cough syrup was seized from the premises, prompting the arrest of the accused. Later, the arrested accused was sent to the Alipurduar court on Saturday. At present, the case is under further investigation. This is actually…

08 May

In Siliguri thief caught in the act of stealing ATM battery

Ashish MajumderCrime

Recently the vigilant officers of Siliguri police station successfully thwarted a theft attempt, capturing a thief red-handed. Actually the accused identified as Subir Sarkar (53), has been apprehended while attempting to steal a battery from an ATM located in the Subhas Pally area. According to police sources, the incident unfolded on Tuesday when the undercover cops on patrol heard suspicious noises emanating from the aforementioned ATM. Upon investigation, they spotted Subir in the act of tampering with the ATM’s battery. Prompt action led to his immediate arrest. Subsequently, police recovered stolen batteries from three other ATMs in his possession. Notably,…