Maharajganj: SP Somendra Meena Cracks Down On Cross-Border Gambling Racket; 3 Arrested in Crores-Worth Game

3 Arrested in Crores-Worth Gambling Racket

Maharajganj: In a major crackdown, police in Maharajganj district arrested three gamblers following strict action initiated by SP Somendra Meena, with officials saying a report by Dynamite News prompted swift enforcement against illegal activities.

Police conducted a raid on a gambling network operating near the international border, where crores of rupees are allegedly wagered every week. During questioning, the arrested accused revealed details pointing to a larger organised racket.

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All three accused were arrested by police near the international border, indicating possible links to a larger gang. Police sources have suggested that more arrests are expected in the coming days.

Dynamite News has been closely tracking the gambling racket from the start and was the first to report yesterday on the police bust and arrest of the alleged kingpin. During the raid, eyewitnesses said that the accused’s family members protested as soon as police arrived. It is alleged that the father of one suspect misbehaved with officers and even attempted to threaten them. Despite the resistance, police successfully carried out the operation, chasing down and detaining the main accused.

Police Operation conducted near Shyam Mandir

The operation was carried out around 3:10 pm at a shop and residential premises located near Shyam Mandir. Police chased and apprehended one of the suspects during the raid.

Following the crackdown, panic has spread among gambling operators in the area. Police said further investigation is underway to identify and take action against others linked to the network.