Mulund Police Nab 30-Year-Old Habitual Offender with Concealed Country-Made Pistol
Mulund police have arrested a 30-year-old habitual offender, Rakesh Subhash Rajput, who was found in possession of a country-made pistol and an iron knife. The arrest was made after a tip-off and a thorough search of his residence and vehicle.
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According to the FIR, Assistant Police Inspector Dattatray Bansode of the Mulund police station received a tip-off from an informant. The informant revealed that Rajput, a resident of Rajkumar Chawl in Hanumanpada, Mulund Colony (West), was carrying a firearm. Acting on this information, a police team conducted a search of the area around 5:30 a.m. on November 19 and located Rajput at his residence.
When questioned about the weapon, Rajput allegedly refused to cooperate and responded evasively. When asked about the vehicle he was using, he claimed to have borrowed an Activa scooter (MH-03-CW-2622) from a friend. The police took him to the vehicle for inspection. During this inspection, Rajput attempted to throw away the key under the pretext of unlocking the scooter, which raised further suspicion.
With the help of a local resident, Anil Kalidas Tak, 39, the police recovered the discarded key. Upon opening the scooter’s storage compartment, officers discovered a country-made pistol and an iron knife. Both weapons were seized, and Rajput was taken into custody along with the vehicle.
Based on a complaint filed by Police Constable Hemant Tanaji Shedge, 40, of the Crime Detection Unit, Mulund police have registered a case against Rajput under Sections 3, 4, and 25 of the Arms Act, as well as Sections 37(1)(A) and 135 of the Maharashtra Police Act. Rajput has been accused of possessing a country-made firearm and knife without a license, thereby violating the weapon-ban order issued by the Mumbai police commissioner.
The arrest underscores the ongoing efforts of the Mulund police to maintain law and order and ensure the safety of the community. The investigation is ongoing to uncover the full extent of Rajput's activities and the source of the weapons.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was arrested by the Mulund police?
The Mulund police arrested Rakesh Subhash Rajput, alias Matru, a 30-year-old habitual offender.
What weapons were found in possession of the suspect?
The suspect was found with a country-made pistol and an iron knife.
How did the police get the tip-off about the suspect?
The police received a tip-off from an informant who reported that the suspect was carrying a firearm.
What laws were the suspect charged under?
The suspect was charged under Sections 3, 4, and 25 of the Arms Act, and Sections 37(1)(A) and 135 of the Maharashtra Police Act.
What is the purpose of the ongoing investigation?
The ongoing investigation aims to determine the source of the weapons and the full extent of the suspect's activities.
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