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Jharkhand News: Most-wanted criminal Chand alias Langda arrested in Jamshedpur

PINAKI MAJUMDAR   Advertisement Jamshedpur, June 16:  In a major breakthrough, Jugsalai police arrested one of the region’s most-wanted criminals, Chand alias Langda,…

Jharkhand News: Most-wanted criminal Chand alias Langda arrested in Jamshedpur

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Jamshedpur, June 16:  In a major breakthrough, Jugsalai police arrested one of the region’s most-wanted criminals, Chand alias Langda, who had been evading arrest for a long time in connection with multiple theft and snatching cases.

The arrest was made within 48 hours of a recent snatching incident, showcasing the efficiency and vigilance of the local police.

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According to police sources, Chand alias Langda was wanted in eight to 10 serious criminal cases across Jamshedpur and Seraikela-Kharsawan districts.

His criminal record includes several instances of theft, robbery, and snatching. Following a recent snatching incident in the Jugsalai area, police launched a swift investigation and, using technical surveillance, identified and apprehended the suspect.

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During the arrest, police recovered a substantial amount of stolen and snatched items. These included gold chains, gold earrings, silver jewellery, expensive wallets, iPhones, and tablets—collectively valued at several lakhs of rupees. Police are currently working to identify the rightful owners of the recovered items.

Key Information Uncovered During Interrogation

During interrogation, Chand provided crucial information about his gang members and their hideouts. Following this revelation, police forces in both Jamshedpur and Seraikela have intensified their search operations.

DSP Tauqeer Alam, addressing the media, said, “The accused has revealed several names involved in similar crimes. A detailed list is being prepared, and raids will be conducted soon.”

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The police used a combination of CCTV footage analysis, mobile location tracking, and intelligence gathering to track down the criminal.

The Jugsalai police team, under continuous surveillance and patrolling for 48 hours, successfully located and arrested Langda.

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Part of ‘Operation Clean City’ Drive

According to the Superintendent of Police’s office, this arrest is part of a larger crackdown under the “Operation Clean City” campaign, launched to curb rising incidents of theft and snatching in the city. Over 20 criminals have been arrested in the past month under this initiative.

Chand alias Langda has been remanded to judicial custody, and further investigations are underway to uncover his involvement in other cases.

DSP Tauqeer Alam emphasized, “This arrest is a significant link in dismantling the network. We are determined to bring all involved to justice and ensure law and order in the city.”

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