Jharkhand Police

Jharkhand Police have heightened security along its West Bengal border ahead of the final voting phase to prevent the smuggling of alcohol, cash, and freebies. Approximately 55 composite check posts are operational in 10 bordering districts, with joint deployments of police and magistrates.

The tranquil landscape of Hazaribag turned somber as the community grieved the tragic loss of three young lives—19-year-olds Saniya and Khushi Parveen, alongside 27-year-old Adil Hussain. Their bodies were found in a pond in Pauta forest, where they had been reported missing since Thursday.

Jharkhand is witnessing a transformative step in policing as more than 700 officers engage in a comprehensive training regime. DGP Tadasha Mishra presided over the launch of this program, which delves into crucial topics such as media relations, victim advocacy, forensic investigation methods, and crime analysis.

Authorities in Ranchi have apprehended Arif Ansari, the owner of a pick-up van discovered laden with bovine animal bones near Pithoria police station. The vehicle was reportedly en route to a factory for processing. Investigations are ongoing to locate additional individuals involved in this operation, including the intended recipient of the bones.

The Jharkhand ATS has made a crucial breakthrough in Deoghar by apprehending two men linked to an alleged arms trafficking ring spanning multiple states. During the operation, officials seized a sophisticated US-pistol, a homemade weapon, and seven rounds of ammunition. The apprehended suspects admitted to procuring firearms from Bihar’s Munger and Jamui districts to support their criminal enterprises.

An armed man, Satyam Pathak, wanted in a land dealer's murder, was arrested in Ranchi after a gunfight with police. Pathak sustained bullet injuries during the encounter, which also injured an assistant sub-inspector. He was involved in the killing of land dealer Bhargav Singh, with the murder linked to a land dispute.

Ranchi's law enforcement took decisive action upon finding an abandoned vehicle in Kanta Toli, where they discovered a ready-to-fire country-made pistol hidden under the seat. Residents indicated that three suspicious youths were seen in the area. With their identities now revealed and prior criminal activities confirmed, the police are intensifying their follow-up efforts.

In response to a directive from the Jharkhand High Court, the state's Director General of Police took a proactive step by traveling to Gumla. There, he engaged with Sanjita Kumari's mother and other crucial parties, reflecting on the significant but ultimately ineffective attempts to locate her since she went missing in September 2018.

Following the suspension of 28 police personnel in Bokaro for a botched investigation into a missing girl, the Jharkhand Police Association is demanding the suspension of SP Harvinder Singh. They allege the SP is scapegoating lower-ranking officers to protect himself, while the victim's mother claims the police's inaction led to her daughter's murder.

Cyber police in Bhubaneswar arrested four men from Hyderabad and Jharkhand for duping a businessman of Rs 7 lakh using a fake RTO traffic challan APK file. The gang, linked to a Jamtara cyber fraud network, specializes in creating malicious files to steal banking credentials and personal data. Authorities warn citizens against downloading files from unknown sources.

Skeletal remains of an 18-year-old woman, missing for eight months, were recovered in Bokaro, Jharkhand. Police arrested Dinesh Kumar Mahto, who confessed to murdering her after she pressured him for marriage. The accused led investigators to the crime scene where the murder weapon and victim's belongings were found.

In light of recent controversies, Jharkhand's BJP has called upon Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar to initiate a CBI investigation into the suspected paper leak of the Excise Constable examination. Despite the arrest of over 150 individuals for cheating, the JSSC maintains that there has been no leak.

In a fervent call for justice, the Jharkhand Police Association is urging a comprehensive investigation into the alarming Rs 15 crore treasury scandal in Hazaribag. This plea comes on the heels of three constables' arrests, with the association's president suggesting possible complicity from higher-ranking officials and systemic flaws.

Authorities in Chatra have struck a significant blow against drug trafficking, confiscating contraband estimated at Rs 1.3 crore after extensive raids surrounding Lawalong police station. The operation yielded a substantial cache of wet opium, poppy straw, and poppy seeds, along with cash and an illicit motorcycle.

Prashant Bose, widely known as Kishan Da, has passed away at 81 in Ranchi. A former member of the Maoist politburo, Bose's influence loomed large as he was considered the organization's number two leader. Arrested in November 2021, he played a critical role in orchestrating operations and resource management across multiple states.

In a decisive crackdown, Bokaro police swiftly detained three suspects linked to the robbery of a finance company recovery agent. The assailants, riding a motorcycle, targeted the victim, snatching his phone and wallet, and pressured him for his UPI password.

Police in Khunti district have arrested two brothers, Ankit and Lalu Hajam, for their involvement in the illegal drug trade. A raid at their Nauddhi village residence resulted in the seizure of approximately 330 kilograms of poppy plant bulbs, valued at Rs 49.53 lakh.

Two World War II-era US bombs, each weighing 226 kg and capable of destroying a city, are set for defusal today in Jamshedpur. Discovered near the Subernarekha river, the powerful explosives were found during illegal sand mining. A specialized Army team, supported by police, has cordoned off the area and prepared for a controlled detonation to ensure public safety.

In a proactive move to uphold peace during Eid and Sarhul celebrations, Jharkhand Police have mobilized an impressive force of over 10,400 personnel, comprising 5,000 officers and 5,400 home guards, strategically positioned across the state. High-alert zones such as Ranchi, Hazaribag, and Giridih have received additional manpower.

Bany village was left in shock as joy turned to sorrow during a wedding ceremony when a tragic discovery was made — the body of a newborn boy was pulled from a well. The community acted quickly, notifying the police, who have since recovered the infant and begun a postmortem.

Latehar district witnessed the arrest of two Maoists, including a zonal commander with a Rs 10 lakh bounty, Mritunjay Bhuiyan. Babloo Ram, carrying a Rs 2 lakh reward, was also apprehended. Recovered items included cash, an AK-47 rifle, and ammunition. Bhuiyan, with over 20 years in the outfit, faces numerous cases across two states.

A restaurant employee, Manish Gope, was shot dead in Ranchi's Lodhma area on Saturday evening. Police are reviewing CCTV footage to identify the assailants. The motive remains unclear, though sources suggest a possible extortion attempt by the Prince Khan gang. The incident has sparked political debate regarding law and order in Jharkhand.

Two CRPF personnel sustained injuries during an anti-Maoist operation in Jamshedpur's Saranda forest. An IED blast injured a CoBRA officer, followed by a bullet injury to a CRPF jawan. Both injured personnel were airlifted for treatment and are reported to be in stable condition.

Jharkhand Police personnel were urged by Union joint secretary Nishtha Tripathi to leverage forensic teams for investigations. She emphasized completing these tasks within the timelines set by the new criminal laws. Discussions also covered cybercrime, counter-terrorism, and police modernization. The meeting reviewed police capabilities and operational systems.

Ranchi police have arrested 41-year-old Krishna Kumar Mahato for allegedly running a brown sugar trafficking network from his home in Lawatu Tola, Bhagalpur. During the raid, officers seized 253 packets of the drug—worth about Rs 55 lakh—along with a mobile phone, cash, and a weighing machine.

In a significant crackdown on illicit liquor trade, authorities successfully halted a vehicle on the Hansdiha-Godda route, uncovering 260 bottles of Indian-Made Foreign Liquor on their way to Bihar. Thanks to a timely intelligence tip-off, officers were able to apprehend the driver, 21-year-old Mohammad Mahbub Ansari from Godda.