Bareilly Police Raid Illegal Firecracker Warehouse, Seize Over 433 Kg of Explosives

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Major Crackdown Ahead of Festive Season

In a significant operation ahead of the Diwali festival, the Bareilly police have busted an illegal firecracker storage facility. Acting on a tip-off, the Bithri Chainpur police conducted a surprise raid on a warehouse located on Dohra Road.

Explosive Haul Recovered

During the raid, police recovered 433.51 kilograms of illegal explosive firecrackers, which were concealed within 21 cartons. The successful operation was carried out under the supervision of the Senior Superintendent of Police, with the Superintendent of Police (North) and Circle Officer (Highway) overseeing the joint action. The Tehsildar of Sadar was also present during the inspection.

Arrest and Confession

A man identified as Kanwalpreet Singh, a 45-year-old resident of Model Town Baradari, was arrested from the scene. He was unable to produce any valid license for the storage and sale of the seized explosives. During interrogation, Singh admitted that the firecrackers were stocked for sale during the upcoming festive season and the wedding season.

Legal Action Initiated

A case has been registered against the arrested accused, Kanwalpreet Singh, at the Bithri Chainpur police station. The charges fall under Section 5/9(B) of the Explosives Act, 1884, under case crime number 623/26. The police have completed the legal formalities and presented the accused in court.

Enforcement to Continue

The administration has emphasized its commitment to a continued strict enforcement against individuals involved in the illegal storage of firecrackers, stressing the importance of ensuring public safety and adherence to regulations.