Police Parade Accused Shooter in Half-Pants After Arrest in Ara, Bihar

Police in Ara, Bihar, detained Pintu Singh, identified as the shooter in the killing of former customs officer Ramkumar Singh. Following his arrest, officers escorted the accused on foot, dressed only in half‑pants, from Navada police station to the local court, covering a distance of roughly two and a half kilometres.

The murder case, which has drawn significant attention in the region, involved the fatal shooting of Ramkumar Singh, a former customs official. Investigators linked the crime to Pintu Singh after gathering forensic and eyewitness evidence, leading to his apprehension by the Ara police.

Authorities said the public walk was intended to ensure the suspect’s safe transfer to the courtroom and to demonstrate transparency in handling a high‑profile case. Police officials confirmed that the accused was under constant guard throughout the march and that no incidents occurred during the escort.

The court is scheduled to hear the case in the coming days, where Pintu Singh will face charges related to murder and illegal possession of a firearm. Law enforcement reiterated their commitment to swift justice and maintaining law and order in the district.