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Crime
Bihar MLA Amit Kumar Ranu faces arrest as police uncover fraud and bribery evidence
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 26 Aug 2026, 09:47 AM
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Police in Sitamarhi have gathered evidence linking MLA Amit Kumar Ranu and his brother Sonu Singh to fraud, bribery and a criminal conspiracy, and are moving towards their arrest.
The Bihar police have intensified their investigation into Amit Kumar Ranu, the ELJP (R) legislator from Belasand in Sitamarhi, after securing material evidence of alleged fraud, bribery and a broader criminal conspiracy. The probe also implicates his brother, Sonu Singh, in the same set of offences.
According to the police statement, documents and financial records recovered during raids point to illicit transactions that appear to involve the misuse of public office for personal gain. Investigators say the evidence is sufficient to file a charge sheet and proceed with custodial action.
Authorities have announced that an arrest warrant is being prepared, and they have warned that the MLA and his brother will be taken into custody as soon as the legal formalities are completed. The case underscores the state's ongoing crackdown on corruption among elected representatives.
The development has drawn attention from local political circles, with opposition parties calling for a swift judicial process while the ruling coalition has refrained from commenting on the specifics of the investigation.
Further updates will be provided as the police move forward with the arrest and subsequent court proceedings.
According to the police statement, documents and financial records recovered during raids point to illicit transactions that appear to involve the misuse of public office for personal gain. Investigators say the evidence is sufficient to file a charge sheet and proceed with custodial action.
Authorities have announced that an arrest warrant is being prepared, and they have warned that the MLA and his brother will be taken into custody as soon as the legal formalities are completed. The case underscores the state's ongoing crackdown on corruption among elected representatives.
The development has drawn attention from local political circles, with opposition parties calling for a swift judicial process while the ruling coalition has refrained from commenting on the specifics of the investigation.
Further updates will be provided as the police move forward with the arrest and subsequent court proceedings.