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West Bengal STF Busts Illegal Arms Manufacturing Unit in Kolkata
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News18•14-10-2026, 13:15
West Bengal STF Busts Illegal Arms Manufacturing Unit in Kolkata
- •The West Bengal STF raided a house in Ayubnagar under Nadial PS in Kolkata and uncovered an illegal arms manufacturing unit.
- •Authorities recovered two seven-mm firearms, two country-made firearms, various calibres of live and fired ammunition, and extensive manufacturing tools.
- •The main suspect managed to escape before the raid but has been successfully identified by the police.
- •A case has been registered under the Arms Act at Nadial PS, and ongoing efforts are being made to capture the fugitive and uncover the broader network.
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The illegal arms manufacturing unit was discovered inside a house located in Ayubnagar within the Nadial police station area of Kolkata Port.
Authorities recovered two 7mm firearms, two country-made firearms, live and fired ammunition of various calibres, empty cartridge cases, and numerous tools like hammers, saws, and a drilling machine used for making weapons.
No arrests have been made as the owner and primary suspect managed to flee the scene and remains absconding, though law enforcement has identified him and initiated a case under the Arms Act.
