In a significant development, the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) of Azamgarh, Anil Kumar, has declared a cash reward for the capture of a fugitive linked to a critical cough syrup investigation. The move aims to expedite the arrest of the accused, who has a long criminal history.
Details of the Cash Reward Announcement
SSP Anil Kumar officially announced a cash reward of Rs 25,000 on December 27 for information leading to the arrest of Vipendra Singh, also known as Ranu Singh. The announcement was made at the district level, highlighting the urgency with which the police are pursuing this individual. Vipendra Singh is a resident of Jethhari village, which falls under the jurisdiction of the Didarganj police station area.
The Case and Criminal Background of the Accused
The case against Vipendra Singh stems from a complaint filed by Azamgarh Drug Inspector Seema Verma. Based on her complaint, a formal case was registered at the Didarganj police station on December 12. He has been charged under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), including 318(4), 336(3), 340(2), 206, and 276, related to the cough syrup case.
Vipendra Singh is no stranger to the law. His history sheet was officially opened as far back as October 10, 2018. Police records reveal a daunting list of allegations against him. A total of 12 separate cases are registered against Singh across various police stations. These cases encompass a range of serious charges, including:
- Attempt to murder
- Violations under the Arms Act
- Charges under the Gangsters Act
- Offenses under the Information Technology (IT) Act
- Cases under the SC/ST Act
Despite this extensive record, Vipendra Singh has managed to evade capture and is currently listed as absconding.
Police Push for Arrest and Public Appeal
The announcement of the Rs 25,000 cash reward underscores the police department's intensified efforts to bring the accused to justice. By incentivizing public cooperation, the Azamgarh police, under SSP Anil Kumar's direction, hope to gather crucial leads on Singh's whereabouts. This strategy is often employed in high-priority cases where the accused poses a continued threat or has successfully avoided arrest through evasion.
The police are likely combing through his known associates and last known locations. The public reward signals that any information, no matter how small it may seem, could be valuable in tracking down a individual with such a substantial criminal dossier.
