West Bengal Police Crack Down on Inter-State Arms Trafficking Ring

The West Bengal Police announced on Monday that it had dismantled an illegal arms trafficking ring that operated across state borders. During the operation, officers seized a pistol and a significant amount of cash believed to be proceeds from the illicit trade. The bust was part of a broader anti‑trafficking campaign launched earlier this year. Authorities said that the seized weapon and funds were intended for distribution to criminal networks in neighboring states.

Investigators are continuing to trace the network’s supply chain and are in talks with other state police departments to prevent future cross‑border trafficking. No arrests have been reported yet, but the police have indicated that suspects are being identified.

The operation underscores the government's commitment to curb illegal arms trade and protect public safety. The seized pistol, a standard issue firearm, was found in a storage facility linked to the ring’s operations.

Police officials urged the public to report any suspicious activity related to weapons trafficking to local law enforcement agencies.