A constable from Jalgaon, Maharashtra, was abducted during a violent clash with a mob of country gun makers from Umarti village in Madhya Pradesh, resulting in injuries to four police officers. The confrontation erupted when police attempted to arrest a suspect, leading to a coordinated effort between the Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh police to secure the constable’s safe release.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis confirmed that the swift response from law enforcement was critical in handling the situation, noting the importance of cooperation between the states in combating illegal arms trade. The incident underscores the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement in regions susceptible to crime linked to firearms manufacturing.
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