Lucknow's Behata Blast Case: Police Arrest Four Accused Carrying Rewards of Rs 25,000 Each. The explosion on August 31 resulted in four deaths and confirmed illegal storage of explosives in a house.
Lucknow: In a significant success for the police in Uttar Pradesh's capital Lucknow, four absconding accused involved in the severe explosives incident in Behata village, Gudamba police station area, on August 31, have been arrested. A reward of Rs 25,000 each had been announced for their capture. This blast claimed the lives of four people, and illegal storage of explosives in a house was confirmed.
Arrest of Four Absconding Accused
The police apprehended the four absconding accused during a raid near Maurya Bhatta. These accused have been identified as Shanu alias Shoaib, Mohammad Waris alias Sheru, Ali Akbar, and Mohammad Afzal. The police stated that their arrest had been challenging for a long time, but they were successfully apprehended based on information from an informant.
According to the police, the activities of the accused were being continuously monitored. Special teams laid a trap and waited for the accused to make a move. Prior to this, three accused in this case had already been sent to jail. With the arrest of these four, the investigation into the entire case has gained further momentum.
Explosion Claims Four Lives, Several Injured
A sudden, loud explosion in Behata village on August 31 shook the entire area. The house was reduced to rubble, and the windows and walls of surrounding houses also vibrated. Four people lost their lives in this incident, and several others were injured. Police and fire brigade immediately initiated relief and rescue operations.
During the investigation, it was also revealed that a large quantity of gunpowder and explosive material was illegally stored in the house. The BDDS team safely neutralized the explosives recovered from the scene. This explosion had created an atmosphere of fear in the area and brought the police's vigilance into focus.
Arrests Uncover Conspiracy Behind Explosives Case
According to the police, the arrested accused played a significant role in the entire illegal explosives trade. Several crucial revelations are expected during their interrogation. The police are actively trying to ascertain the source of the explosives and where they were intended to be used or sold.
The special investigation team is also working to identify the network associated with the accused and other accomplices. Investigating officers state that these arrests are likely to expose the complete conspiracy behind the explosives case. This is considered a major success in preventing any future potential explosions.
Informant and Technology Lead to Arrests
The Gudamba police adopted a special strategy for these arrests. Informants and technological means were utilized to track the location of the accused. The police stated that the activities of these accused were under constant surveillance.
The police are now also engaged in enhancing security throughout the area and searching for other gangs involved in manufacturing illegal explosives. The administration has appealed to the public to remain vigilant and immediately report any suspicious activity to the police. This arrest has increased the sense of security in the area and brought a feeling of relief among the common people.
