Siliguri, 29th December: In a swift operation, Siliguri police foiled a major criminal plot and arrested five criminals just before they could execute their plan. The arrested individuals are Bappa Sahani, Brigen Tamang, Mangal Ghosh, Karan Barman, and Rabi Roy.
According to police sources, a gang of 10-12 miscreants had gathered late last night in the PNT Gali area under Siliguri police station, preparing to carry out a major criminal activity. Acting on a tip-off, the officers from Siliguri police station launched an operation and successfully thwarted the criminals’ plans. While several gang members managed to flee upon noticing the police, five were apprehended on the spot.
The arrested criminals were presented in Siliguri Court on Sunday, and the police continued their search for the remaining members of the gang.