December 30th 2024.
Two members of a banned militant group, PREPAK, were taken into custody by police in Imphal West district of Manipur on Monday for their suspected involvement in extortion activities. According to a police official, the two individuals, Leishangthem Napoleon Meitei and Thokchom Amujao Singh, were apprehended on Sunday from Sangaiprou Mamang Leikai. During the arrest, authorities also recovered three mobile phones and 12 demand letters from the militants.
In separate incidents, security forces conducted search operations in Churachandpur and Tengnoupal districts and seized weapons and ammunition, as stated in a recent police report. On Saturday, an INSAS rifle, a 9mm pistol, and a single-barrel rifle were confiscated from Muallam village in Churachandpur district. The following day, authorities also recovered a .303 rifle, a 12-bore single-barrel gun, seven improvised explosive devices, five hand grenades, and detonators from Saivom village in Tengnoupal district.
These arrests and seizures are part of ongoing efforts by the police to combat illegal activities and maintain peace and order in the region. The banned outfit PREPAK has been known to carry out extortion activities and it is crucial for authorities to take swift action in order to protect the safety and well-being of the community. The police have urged the public to continue reporting any suspicious activities in their area and to cooperate with authorities in maintaining law and order.
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