Bihar Special Task Force Nabs Wanted Arms Accused in Patna
In a coordinated raid with West Bengal police, the Bihar Special Task Force (STF) apprehended Pawan Kumar Singh, a resident of Ravaiya village, Jamui district, who was wanted in an arms‑related case registered in Asansol, West Bengal.
Details of the Asansol Investigation
According to the Bihar Police headquarters, the matter was logged as case 159/2026 on 25 September 2026 at the Coke Oven police station in Asansol. Singh faces multiple charges under the Arms Act, including Sections 25(1)(a), 25(1B)(a), 25(6) and 25(8).
Following the filing of the FIR, investigators say Singh fled West Bengal, crossing into Bihar and moving between several locations to avoid capture.
STF Traces the Fugitive to Athmalgola, Patna
Prompt intelligence from West Bengal police enabled the STF to narrow down Singh’s whereabouts to the area surrounding Athmalgola police station in Patna district. The lead was corroborated through electronic surveillance and local tip‑offs.
Raid and Detention on 3 October
Armed with the actionable intelligence, an STF unit stormed the identified hideout on 3 October. Singh was taken into custody without resistance and subsequently verified as the wanted individual.
The operation was formally disclosed in an STF press release dated 5 October.
Transfer to West Bengal Authorities
Legal procedures for a transit remand to West Bengal have now been set in motion. Singh is expected to appear before the court handling the Asansol case, where further interrogation will follow.
Police continue to investigate Singh’s alleged involvement in the arms violations reported at the Coke Oven police station, keeping the case under active surveillance.
