Tripura Police Seize Pistol And Ammunition Near Airport

Police in Tripura recovered a factory-made pistol and live ammunition during a raid near the Agartala Airport. One person was detained in connection with the recovery following a search operation conducted by a special police team on Wednesday night.

Raid And Recovery Details

Agartala Airport Police recovered a factory-made 7.65 mm pistol, 14 rounds of live ammunition, a magazine, and firearm-cleaning accessories. The items were found inside a trunk during a search at a residence in the Bhagalpur area. The operation was launched after police received confidential information about suspected items at the house.

Detention And Case Registered

An individual identified as Santosh Biswas was detained and brought to the police station. A case under the Arms Act has been registered against him. Police stated that no previous cases were found against Biswas at the Agartala Airport Police Station, and further investigation is underway to find the source of the firearm.