A team of four Mumbai police officers spent 25 days in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh, tracking down Shiv Kumar Gautam, the main accused in Baba Siddique’s murder. Despite facing challenges due to communal violence and mobile network shutdowns, the team persevered.
Led by Assistant Inspector Amol Mali, Sub Inspector Swapnil Kale, and constables Vikas Chavan and Mangesh Sawant, the team identified 45 potential contacts, including family members and associates. They narrowed down the list to four suspects and kept them under surveillance.
[news_related_post]On Saturday, the police detained the four suspects and discovered they were providing food and clothes to Gautam. The suspects led the police to a forest hamlet where Gautam was hiding. After an eight-hour stakeout, Gautam was arrested when he returned to the hut.
Joint Commissioner (Crime) Lakhmi Gautam praised the team’s dedication, saying their efforts led to the successful capture of the accused. The arrest brings closure to the case, showcasing the Mumbai police’s determination and perseverance in seeking justice.
