SITAPUR — Sidhauli police on Thursday arrested a 28-year-old repeat offender and seized an illegal firearm along with live ammunition, law enforcement officials said.
The operation was executed under the directives of Sitapur Superintendent of Police Ankur Agarwal, aimed at apprehending criminals involved in robbery, theft, and other heinous offenses across the district. The arrest was carried out under the close supervision of Additional Superintendent of Police (South) Durgesh Kumar Singh and Circle Officer Ved Prakash Srivastava.
The accused, identified as Chhotu, a resident of Tulsinagar locality in Sidhauli town, was intercepted by a police team near the Husainganj canal culvert. Upon searching the suspect, officers recovered one 12-bore country-made pistol and a live cartridge.
Prior Criminal Record
Police confirmed that a fresh case has been registered at Sidhauli Police Station under Section 25(1-B) of the Arms Act (Crime No. 410/2026). The accused was subsequently produced before a competent court for further legal proceedings.
According to official records, Chhotu has an extensive criminal background with multiple charges registered at Sidhauli Police Station. His prior record includes a 2021 case under Sections 2(b)(i) and 3(1) of the Uttar Pradesh Gangsters and Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act, an excise offense in 2022, and a previous Arms Act case registered in 2025.
The arresting team comprised Sub-Inspector Harishchandra Yadav alongside reserve constables Priyanshu Dwivedi, Aadesh Yadav, Deepak Singh, and Hargovind.
