Moga police achieved a major breakthrough in their fight against illegal weapons on Thursday, apprehending Sukhchain Singh and seizing two desi pistols and four live rounds. The arrest took place in the Nihal Singh Wala area, sending a strong message to criminals lurking in Punjab’s heartland.
The sequence began with a reliable tip during a routine patrol. Officers learned that Sukhchain Singh, a resident of Beed Rauke, was moving on foot along Ranseh Road armed with prohibited firearms. Swiftly mobilizing, the team cornered the suspect and conducted a thorough search.
The initial frisk yielded a .32 bore pistol and two cartridges. With Sukhchain in custody under the Arms Act, court proceedings granted remand for deeper questioning. His admission implicated Sharnpreet Singh, prompting an immediate follow-up.
Guided by the accused, police unearthed a second pistol of the same bore along with matching ammunition hidden near a drain between Ranseh Khurd and Beed Rauke. DSP Anwar Ali detailed the operation, noting Sukhchain’s extensive criminal history of five cases.
This operation underscores intensified police vigilance in Moga, where anti-social activities have been on the radar. Investigators anticipate more revelations, potentially linking to wider arms trafficking. The public has been urged to report suspicious activities to aid such drives.
