A serious allegation has emerged against the Kotwali police, with reports claiming that an alleged inter-state and international level gambling kingpin was released after being taken into custody. The full report is available on Dynamite News.
The accused was brought into this room of Kotwali police station
Maharajganj: A police operation in Maharajganj district has sparked debate after an alleged gambling racket operator was reportedly released following his arrest. The raid was carried out on Thursday in the Kotwali police station area.
According to Dynamite News correspondent, the police carried out a raid around 3:10 pm at the accused’s shop and house located near Shyam Temple. The action was aimed at apprehending a person believed to be the kingpin of a gambling racket that had allegedly been active in the district for a long time.
Eyewitnesses said that as soon as the police arrived, family members of the accused began protesting. It is alleged that the accused’s father misbehaved with the police and even tried to threaten them. Despite the resistance, the police continued the operation and reportedly chased down and detained the alleged kingpin.
Local residents claimed that the accused was handled strictly during the arrest and was taken away on a motorcycle. The entire episode drew significant attention and became a major talking point in the area.
Big Case at the Kotwali Police Station of Maharajganj District
1. Police raid on the house of the most notorious accused in the district for running gambling operations 2. Police raid conducted at 3:10 PM on Thursday next to the Shyam Temple
3. Upon police arrival, the… pic.twitter.com/5ZFFDMxxS2— Dynamite News (@DynamiteNews_) March 26, 2026
However, the controversy deepened when reports surfaced that the alleged gambling operator was later released under mysterious circumstances. According to sources, there has been speculation about an unknown phone call and possible large-scale monetary dealings, although no official confirmation has been made.
Residents also alleged that the accused’s brother and two associates were seen moving inside the Kotwali police station after the arrest, further fuelling suspicion.
Considering the seriousness of the matter, locals brought the issue to the attention of Superintendent of Police Somendra Meena and demanded a fair and impartial investigation.
The key question now is how an alleged inter-state gambling operator managed to secure release after being taken into custody. The incident has raised concerns about police functioning and transparency.
Meanwhile, the Superintendent of Police Somendra Meena stated to Dynamite News that the investigation has been assigned to ASP.
The Kotwali station in-charge said to Dynamite News that three gamblers had earlier been detained and had provided information about the alleged kingpin. Further investigation is currently underway.
