In a significant breakthrough, the Rajkot Rural Police have arrested five individuals and launched a search for four others following the discovery of weapons and a spent bullet casing in a vehicle, which led to the uncovering of a firing incident. The episode, rooted in a dispute over a contract, occurred near Vinchhiya village.
Patrol Interception Leads to Major Discovery
The chain of events began on the night of January 6, when a police team from Vinchhiya was on a routine patrol. Officers noticed three cars moving at high speed on the road connecting Vinchhiya to Ori village. Acting swiftly, the police team intercepted and searched all three vehicles.
During the search, police found five men inside one of the cars. A more thorough inspection yielded critical evidence: two cartridges and two weapons. One cartridge was live, while the other was a spent bullet casing. Of the two weapons seized, one was licensed and the other was an illegal firearm.
Interrogation Reveals Firing Incident Over Contract Dispute
The five occupants were immediately taken to the Vinchhiya police station for questioning. Under interrogation, they disclosed that a firing incident had taken place shortly before their interception. The altercation was allegedly triggered by a conflict over a "contract" work.
Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Dr Naveen Chakravarthy confirmed that the seized weapons and cartridges have been sent to the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) for analysis. The specific details of the contract that sparked the violence are currently under investigation.
Nine Booked, Manhunt Launched for Four Accused
Based on the revelations, the police have registered a case against a total of nine people from the two rival groups involved. They have been booked under charges including unlawful assembly, rioting, and relevant sections of the Arms Act. Furthermore, four of the accused have also been charged with attempt to murder.
The five individuals who have been arrested are identified as:
- Laghu Naj Dhadhal
- Pratap Valku Khachhar
- Dhruvraj Rajesh Dhadhal
- Jayvant Jilu Dhadhal
- Ranjeet Jilu Dhadhal
ASP Chakravarthy stated that a manhunt is underway to apprehend the four absconding members of the rival group. They have been named as:
- Kuldeep Shivraj Khachhar
- Devendra Boriya
- Lalo Jiva Govaliya
- Jaydip Patgeer
This incident highlights the proactive vigilance of the Rajkot Rural Police, whose routine patrol led to the unraveling of a serious crime and the prevention of potential further violence.
