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Crime
Murder accused arrested in Odisha after 30-year manhunt
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 06 Oct 2026, 10:37 AM
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Police in Odisha have successfully apprehended a man accused of murder who had been on the run for three decades.
In a significant law enforcement operation, authorities in Odisha have arrested a man who was accused of committing murder. The suspect had been evading the police for a period of 30 years, making this a long-standing case for the local law enforcement agencies.
The arrest marks the conclusion of a three-decade-long manhunt. While specific details regarding the original incident and the exact location of the arrest are not yet fully detailed in the initial reports, the capture highlights the persistence of the police in solving old cases.
This development is seen as a boost for the Odisha police, demonstrating their capability to track down fugitives even after several decades. The accused is now in custody, where further legal proceedings are expected to take place.
The arrest marks the conclusion of a three-decade-long manhunt. While specific details regarding the original incident and the exact location of the arrest are not yet fully detailed in the initial reports, the capture highlights the persistence of the police in solving old cases.
This development is seen as a boost for the Odisha police, demonstrating their capability to track down fugitives even after several decades. The accused is now in custody, where further legal proceedings are expected to take place.