In a shocking development from Bihar’s capital Patna, police have uncovered a cache of illegal firearms from a woman’s residence, raising serious questions about potential criminal intent. The Mehndi Ganj police station received a tip-off about suspicious activity involving unauthorized weapons, prompting the formation of a special team for a swift raid.
During the operation, authorities seized a revolver, a country-made pistol (desi katta), a standard pistol, two empty magazines, 15 live cartridges, and a mobile phone. The woman, identified as Seema Devi, failed to produce any valid licenses or documentation for the arms. When questioned, she claimed the weapons belonged to her late husband, a land broker who passed away a year ago, and that she was simply holding onto them.
City SP East Parichay Kumar confirmed the recovery of three firearms, two of which are blatantly illegal, while one appears to be from an ordnance factory but lacks paperwork. ‘No clear information was provided by the woman regarding the source or purpose of these weapons,’ Kumar stated. The police are now probing deeper to determine if these arms were stockpiled for any impending crime and tracing their origin.
Seema Devi has no prior criminal record, but her vague responses have only fueled suspicions. The seizure underscores ongoing concerns about illegal arms proliferation in urban areas. With the woman now in custody, investigations continue to unravel the full story behind this alarming discovery. Authorities urge the public to report any similar suspicious activities to prevent potential threats.