Decade-Long Manhunt Ends: Key Gangster Apprehended
In a significant breakthrough for law enforcement in Bihar, the Special Task Force (STF) successfully arrested a notorious criminal who had been evading capture for nearly a decade. Durgesh Mishra, widely known by his alias Golu Pandit, was taken into custody late on Sunday night from a rented hideout in the Lohanipur area of Patna.
A Life on the Run Under a Fake Identity
Investigations reveal that Mishra had been living under a fabricated name to conceal his true identity from authorities. A key operative of the infamous Shankar Rai gang, his criminal dossier is extensive. Police records link him to dozens of serious cases across the state.
The charges against him are grave and varied, including:
- The 2020 murder of property dealer Rajesh Kumar in Beur.
- Involvement in the 2023 Dev murder case in Rupaspur.
- Multiple instances of kidnapping for ransom.
- Extorting money from a government engineer working in the electricity department.
- Numerous violations under the Arms Act.
According to STF sources, the fugitive had recently returned to his home turf in Patna. This move was prompted by injuries he sustained during a violent gang war in Delhi, forcing him to seek refuge in a familiar environment.
The Midnight Raid and Ongoing Investigation
The arrest was the result of precise intelligence work. Acting on a credible tip-off regarding his whereabouts, a dedicated STF team conducted a swift raid on the Lohanipur house. The operation culminated in Mishra's capture without incident.
Following his arrest, Golu Pandit was handed over to the Kotwali police station for detailed interrogation. Legal procedures have been initiated, with police seeking his remand to unravel further details of his criminal activities and his network. This arrest is expected to deal a major blow to the operations of the Shankar Rai syndicate in the region.
The case highlights the persistent efforts of Bihar police to track down long-absconding criminals and bring them to justice, providing a sense of relief to the communities affected by their alleged crimes.
