Siliguri, 29th July: In a significant breakthrough, Pradhan Nagar police arrested four individuals in possession of a firearm and live ammunition, preventing a planned robbery in Siliguri. The suspects are identified as Santosh Magar (30) from Sikkim, Arivan Pradhan (30) from Darjeeling, Manoj Bihari (27) from Oodlabari, and Kesto Pahan (26) from Kharibari.
Reports indicate that on Sunday night, a group of 10-12 individuals gathered in the Pradhan Nagar area, hiding inside the Dagapur tea garden with the intent of committing a major theft or robbery. Acting on a tip-off, police apprehended four suspects.
The arrested individuals were presented in Siliguri court on Monday. The police are currently investigating the entire incident.