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Crime
Businessman kidnapped in Muzaffarpur rescued in Balia, four arrested
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 20 Aug 2026, 09:36 PM
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A businessman abducted from Muzaffarpur was recovered alive in Balia after eight hours, and four suspects were taken into custody.
Police in Bihar rescued a businessman who was abducted from Muzaffarpur within eight hours of the incident. The kidnappers had demanded a ransom of INR 10 lakh. Coordination with Uttar Pradesh police helped locate the victim in Balia, where he was recovered unharmed. Following the rescue, authorities apprehended four individuals believed to be involved in the kidnapping. The swift operation underscores inter‑state cooperation in tackling criminal activities.
The rescued businessman has not been publicly identified, and officials have not disclosed further details about the investigation. The four arrested suspects are currently in police custody pending further legal proceedings.
The rescued businessman has not been publicly identified, and officials have not disclosed further details about the investigation. The four arrested suspects are currently in police custody pending further legal proceedings.