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Hisar police seize two illegal firearms, 38 beer cartons; three arrested in separate cases

Hisar, Oct 24 (UNI) Hisar Police have arrested three persons in separate cases involving illegal firearms, suspected liquor smuggling and theft, recovering two .30-bore firearms, three live cartridges and 38 cartons of beer, besides issuing a district-wide advisory to petrol pump operators to remain vigilant against suspicious vehicles and unsafe fuel sales.
A police official said on Saturday that a CIA Mill Gate team arrested Manoj, a resident of Asrawan, during an operation in Durjanpur village following specific information about the possession of illegal weapons.
A search led to the recovery of two illegal .30-bore firearms and three live cartridges. A case has been registered under the Arms Act at Agroha police station.
The official said police would seek the accused's remand to ascertain the source of the weapons, identify suppliers and investigate possible links with other criminal activities.
In another operation, Sadar Hisar police intercepted a Bolero Camper at a checkpoint in Shahpur village and recovered 38 cartons of beer from different brands.
The driver, identified as Sunil, a resident of Karbel, was arrested and the vehicle was seized. A case has been registered under the Excise Act, and further investigation is underway to establish the consignment's source and intended destination.
The official said Sadar Hisar police also arrested Sumit alias Jaggu, a resident of Dhaktana, on October 23 in connection with the theft of two sacks of wheat from a plot in Dhansu village on September 28.
Another accused, Ankur of Bugana, had been arrested on September 30, and a motorcycle allegedly used in the theft was seized. The latest accused was being produced before a court on Saturday.
Meanwhile, Hisar Police have directed petrol pump operators to exercise caution when dispensing petrol and diesel, particularly for vehicles without number plates or with unclear or suspicious registration plates.
The official said petrol pump operators had been advised not to dispense fuel into plastic bags, bottles or other unsafe containers and to use only containers permitted under applicable safety regulations.
They have also been asked to keep CCTV cameras operational, preserve recordings as required, enforce fire safety measures and immediately report suspicious activities to the police.
Furthermore, the official warned that violations of applicable safety regulations and statutory directions would invite action under the law.
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