A police team from Sarai Amanat Khan police station, led by Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Sukhwant Singh, apprehended three individuals with illegal weapons during a patrol near the defence drain close to Lahian village in Tarn Taran on Friday. The accused were arrested on the spot, and a case has been registered under the Arms Act.
Details of the Arrest
According to ASI Sukhwant Singh, the suspects were identified as Armandeep Singh, Saroop Singh, and Gurpreet Singh, alias Gopi, all residents of Havelian village. During the operation, the police recovered a Glock pistol along with a magazine and five live cartridges from their possession. The seizure was made while the team was on routine patrol duty.
Legal Action
A case has been filed under Sections 28 (6), (7), and (8) of the Arms Act at the Sarai Amanat Khan police station. The accused remain in custody as investigations continue. Authorities have not yet disclosed any potential motives or links to other criminal activities.
Police Vigilance
The arrest highlights ongoing efforts by Punjab Police to curb the illegal possession of weapons in the region. ASI Sukhwant Singh stated that such patrols are part of a broader strategy to maintain law and order and prevent violent crimes. The recovery of a Glock pistol, a foreign-made weapon, raises concerns about the smuggling of arms into the state.
