Long-Term Fugitive Apprehended in Mangaluru
Mangaluru police have arrested a man who had been evading law enforcement for 12 years. Commissioner of Police Sudheer Kumar Reddy C H confirmed that the suspect, identified as Shakeel (33), son of Ismail, was taken into custody in the Jeppu area of Mangaluru.
Details of the Arrest
The arrest took place on July 9, 2026, after a sustained manhunt. Shakeel, a resident of Jeppu, had been absconding since 2014. The police commissioner stated that specific intelligence led to his capture, though further details about the original charges were not disclosed.
Impact and Ongoing Investigation
The arrest marks the end of a 12-year evasion. Authorities are now investigating his activities during the period he was at large. According to Commissioner Sudheer Kumar Reddy C H, the operation was conducted without incident, and Shakeel is currently in police custody for further questioning.
