ES Reporter 

ITANAGAR,  July 18:  The  Capital Police tackled a total of 528 cases this year — 35 heinous crimes, 409 non-heinous offences, and 84 cases under special acts. Out of the 528 cases, 443 were solved, including all 35 heinous crimes, informed SP Itanagar Capital Region. Rohit Rajbir Singh(IPS).
While highlighting the one year achievement report,  the SP added  that in their ongoing battle against narcotics, the Capital Police registered 34 cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, apprehending 44 individuals involved in drug trafficking. Their operations led to the seizure of 2.167 kg of heroin and 18 kg of cannabis, dealing a significant blow to drug networks operating in the region.
The Capital Police successfully made several high-profile arrests, including Majibur Rahman, a wanted criminal for murder and rape who was evading arrest for over a decade, added the SP. He also informed that their vigilance extended to cracking down on vehicle theft, recovering 63 stolen two-wheelers valued at Rs. 71 lakhs, along with four-wheelers worth Rs. 80 lakhs.
In a remarkable recovery effort, Capital police  also retrieved jewellery and electronic items worth a staggering Rs. 5 crores and uncovered a major fraud case, recovering approximately Rs. 92 lakhs in cash. The Capital Police also demonstrated their humanitarian side by rescuing 10 minor girls from human trafficking rings spanning three states, leading to the arrest of 28 individuals involved in this heinous trade.
Alongside law enforcement activities, the Capital Police engaged extensively with the community through innovative outreach programs. These included music concerts, MMA events, and marathons to raise awareness against drug abuse, as well as organizing blood donation camps. They launched e-Services for seamless police verifications and conducted health camps for their personnel and families.
Looking ahead, the Capital Police highlighted their future goals, including ISO certification for Itanagar, Niti-Vihar, and Chimpu police stations, the establishment of a library cum recreational centre for children at the Women Police Station in Itanagar, and the creation of a legal and trauma counselling centre for abuse victims at the Women Police Station in Itanagar, stated the SP.

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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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