2nd Feb 2025 10:02:PM State
Eastern Sentinel Arunachal News

Nirjuli, Feb 2:  In a significant breakthrough, Nirjuli Police, with assistance from Digboi Police, Assam, have arrested one Biswajit Bharali (44), a habitual offender who had been on the run for seven months after defrauding ` 46 lakh and stealing a Mahindra Thar. The fugitive was apprehended in Digboi, Tinsukia District, Assam.
The case dates back to June 1, 2024, when two complaints were lodged at Nirjuli Police Station against Bharali. In the first complaint, the victim alleged that Bharali had proposed a superbike garage partnership at Lekhi Village, Nirjuli, persuading him to invest `30 lakh. Later, Bharali fraudulently obtained an additional `12 lakh under the pretense of purchasing spare parts and covering operational expenses. However, he abandoned the garage and disappeared after securing the funds.
In a separate complaint, Bharali was accused of defrauding ` 4 lakh and stealing a Mahindra Thar before fleeing.
During the investigation, police inspected the garage premises and recovered a country-made pistol, a magazine, and three live rounds (7.65mm caliber) linked to the accused.
Over the past seven months, Nirjuli Police conducted extensive technical surveillance and gathered human intelligence to track Bharali’s movements. Their efforts confirmed his presence in Tinsukia District, Assam.
Following intelligence inputs, SP ICR Naharlagun, Mihin Gambo, IPS, constituted a special police team under the supervision of SDPO Naharlagun, Rishi Longdo, and OC Nirjuli PS, Insp T.M. Nekam. The team, led by SI Vivek Linggi, coordinated with Digboi Police and successfully apprehended Biswajit Bharali in Digboi, Assam. The stolen Mahindra Thar was also recovered from his possession.
During interrogation, the accused confessed to committing fraud, stealing the Mahindra Thar, and illegally possessing a firearm.
SP ICR Naharlagun,  Mihin Gambo, IPS, commended Nirjuli Police and Digboi Police for their seamless coordination and relentless efforts, which led to the successful arrest of the fugitive and the recovery of stolen property.
Further investigations are ongoing to identify any additional accomplices and recover other assets linked to the fraudulent scheme, stated a release. 


Kenter Joya Riba

(Managing Editor)
      She is a graduate in Science with post graduation in Sociology from University of Pune. She has been in the media industry for nearly a decade. Before turning to print business, she has been associated with radio and television.
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