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Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Crime Branch Arrests Two in Pistol Sale Network

Two men arrested, pistol and cartridges seized. Investigation underway.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Sun, 09 August 2026 at 05:25 pm
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Crime Branch Arrests Two in Pistol Sale Network

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Crime Branch has arrested two men, Shaikh Shakeel Shaikh Nazim, 19, and Sayyad Alfaz Sayyad Ahmed, 21, for their alleged involvement in a pistol sale network. The arrests were made after police received information that the two men would arrive on Jatwada Road to sell a pistol.

The two men were intercepted by police while travelling on a two-wheeler, and a search led to the recovery of a country-made pistol and two live cartridges. During the investigation, police examined the mobile phones of the two men and found photographs of pistols, indicating that they were in contact with two other individuals, Shaikh Abu Naser, 27, and Umar Durrani, 25.

According to police, Shakeel allegedly stated that the pistol had been given to them for sale by Abu Naser and Durrani. The police are now investigating whether the group had previously bought or sold weapons and whether more people are involved in the alleged network.

Umar Durrani had earlier been booked in connection with a rally opposing the renaming of Aurangabad as Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and for allegedly posting objectionable videos on social media. The latest action was carried out under the guidance of Police Commissioner Praveen Pawar, DCP Shashikant Satav, and ACP Mazhar Syed.

The arrests are a significant step in cracking down on the illegal sale of weapons in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. The police are working to dismantle the network and bring all those involved to justice.

The investigation is ongoing, and police are working to gather more evidence and identify any other individuals involved in the network. The arrests have sent a strong message that the police will not tolerate the illegal sale of weapons in the city.

The city has seen a rise in crimes related to illegal weapons, and the police are taking steps to curb this trend. The arrests are a part of a larger effort to make the city safer and to prevent the proliferation of illegal weapons.

In conclusion, the arrests of the two men and the seizure of the pistol and cartridges are a significant step in the fight against the illegal sale of weapons in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. The police will continue to work to dismantle the network and bring all those involved to justice, making the city a safer place for its residents.

The success of the operation is a testament to the effective policing and coordination between different units of the police department. The police are committed to making the city a safer place and will continue to work tirelessly to achieve this goal.

The operation has also highlighted the importance of community policing and the need for citizens to come forward and provide information to the police. The police are urging citizens to report any suspicious activity and to provide information that can help in the fight against crime.

In the end, the arrests and the seizure of the pistol and cartridges are a significant step in the right direction, and the police will continue to work to make the city a safer place for all its residents.

Frequently asked questions

What was seized from the two men?

A country-made pistol and two live cartridges were seized from the two men.

Who are the other individuals involved in the alleged network?

Shaikh Abu Naser, 27, and Umar Durrani, 25, are the other individuals involved in the alleged network.

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