Guwahati Police Arrests Extortionist for ₹15 Lakh Threat with Dummy Bomb
Guwahati, August 19, 2024: In a significant breakthrough, a team from the Jalukbari Police Station has apprehended Abhijit Dey, 22, of Krishnai, on charges of extortion. The accused had allegedly threatened a victim in Pandav Nagar with a dummy bomb and an extortion letter, demanding ₹15 lakh. The incident sparked immediate concern, prompting swift police action.
The arrest was made following a meticulous inquiry led by Sub-Inspector (P) Chitranjan Borah, who thoroughly investigated the case. The investigative efforts culminated in Dey’s apprehension, bringing a sense of relief to the affected community. The accused was found to have carefully planned the extortion attempt, leveraging fear to coerce the victim into compliance.
Legal action has been initiated against Dey, who is now facing serious charges for his criminal activities. The Jalukbari Police have reiterated their commitment to ensuring the safety and security of residents, vowing to continue their efforts in cracking down on such unlawful acts.
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A WGPD team from Jalukbari PS arrested one extortionist - Abhijit Dey (22) of Krishnai - following threat with dummy bomb & extortion letter addressed to the victim from Pandav Nagar demanding ₹15 lakh.
— Guwahati Police (@GuwahatiPol) August 18, 2024
Based on the meticulous inquiry by SI (P) Chitranjan Borah…
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