India News | Hardcore Criminal Arrested in Jammu

Jammu, Aug 7 (PTI) A hardcore criminal involved in several criminal cases was arrested by police in Jammu district on Friday, officials said.

Police conducted a raid in Sungal area of Akhnoor border tehsil and arrested Amar Parshad alias Pappu Bhaiya, they said.

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The man has been involved in 13 criminal cases registered at Akhnoor police station, they said.

The notorious criminal was evading arrest trying to avoid prosecution, they added.

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Police has started investigation into the cases on a fast-track basis to ensure justice to the victims of the crimes.

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