Baksa, July 25: In a major breakthrough, Baksa Police have arrested 14 individuals in connection with a recent highway dacoity case. The arrests were made by Barama Police Station within just seven days of the incident, demonstrating swift action and effective investigation.
According to a post made by Baksa Police on X (formerly Twitter), a total of 107 cartons of looted paan masala were recovered from the accused. The items were stolen during a planned dacoity operation along a highway in the district.
The official post by Baksa Police stated:
“Barama PS has arrested 14 persons and recovered 107 cartons of looted paan masala in a highway dacoity case within 7 days. Search is on to arrest other dacoits.”
The operation reflects the efficiency of the district police in tackling organized crime and highway robbery, which have been a concern in some transport corridors. The arrest of such a large number of accused within a short period underscores the proactive policing approach adopted in the region.
Police sources revealed that efforts are still ongoing to apprehend the remaining members of the dacoity gang. Further investigations are underway to uncover the full extent of the operation and determine whether the gang has been involved in other similar crimes.
Baksa Superintendent of Police has lauded the efforts of the Barama PS team for their dedication and timely action, which helped recover a significant quantity of stolen goods and ensured public safety.
This incident has also prompted a review of highway patrolling mechanisms in the region, with authorities looking to enhance surveillance and response systems to prevent such incidents in the future.
