Bihar law enforcement scored a major win against crime after a battered wife’s desperate call exposed her husband’s stash of illegal guns and history of brutal attacks. The dramatic arrest underscores the life-saving potential of victim testimonies in high-stakes investigations.
The sequence began when the informant, speaking in hushed tones from a neighbor’s phone, revealed the location of prohibited firearms hidden in their modest home. She described repeated episodes of savage beatings that left her hospitalized multiple times, yet trapped in fear.
Police mobilized immediately, surrounding the house before dawn. Inside, they seized a .32 bore pistol without license, ammunition rounds, and evidence of recent violence like bloodstained clothes. The 38-year-old suspect, Manoj Yadav, tried to flee but was nabbed nearby.
‘Her information was precise and timely, preventing potential tragedy,’ commended the SHO in a statement. Locals whispered about Yadav’s volatile temper and rumored ties to local goons, fueling concerns over arms in civilian hands.
Charges invoke stringent Arms Act provisions alongside domestic violence laws. Bihar’s ongoing crackdown has netted hundreds of weapons, but this personal angle adds emotional weight. Support groups hail the wife’s bravery, offering legal aid and safe shelter.
As the suspect is remanded for interrogation, questions swirl about accomplices. This episode spotlights systemic issues: unreported abuse and easy access to black-market guns. Officials vow zero tolerance, urging citizens to report suspicious activities anonymously.