Notorious Bihar Father-Son Duo Arrested in Bengaluru After Year-Long Manhunt
The Bihar Special Task Force (STF) has successfully apprehended two of Bihar's most wanted criminals in Bengaluru, ending a nearly year-long manhunt that spanned multiple states. The arrested individuals, identified as Manik Singh, 30, and his father Manoj Singh, 65, had been hiding in the Karnataka capital while evading authorities for their alleged involvement in numerous serious crimes.
Massive Criminal Record and Cash Rewards
According to police officials, the father-son duo faces an astonishing over 40 criminal cases registered against them across Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal. Their criminal portfolio includes:
- More than 24 murder cases
- Numerous other serious criminal charges
- Multiple interstate criminal activities
The Bihar Government had announced a substantial reward of Rs 3 lakh for information leading to their arrest, highlighting the seriousness of their alleged crimes and the priority placed on their capture by law enforcement agencies.
Bengaluru Hideout and Lifestyle
Investigations reveal that Manik Singh had been living within the jurisdiction of the Kodigehalli police station in Bengaluru for approximately one year, while his father would visit and stay with him periodically. During their time in the city, the fugitives maintained a low profile by:
- Taking small, part-time jobs to sustain themselves
- Avoiding attention while residing in the metropolitan area
- Using Bengaluru as their primary hideout from Bihar authorities
Police sources confirmed that the two had been absconding from Bihar for the past year specifically in connection with a murder case, managing to evade capture until the recent coordinated operation.
Coordinated Police Operation
The breakthrough came when a specialized team from the Bihar Police arrived in Bengaluru and conducted a meticulously planned operation. City Police Commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh detailed the collaborative effort:
- The Bihar Police team coordinated with the North East Division deputy commissioner of police
- Kodigehalli police provided full cooperation during the arrest operation
- Joint efforts led to the successful apprehension of both suspects
Ongoing Investigations and Future Proceedings
With the suspects now in custody, authorities have shifted their focus to several critical aspects of the case:
- Investigating who sheltered the men during their stay in Bengaluru
- Verifying their activities and connections while in the city
- Preparing for legal proceedings across multiple states
- Coordinating between Bihar, Karnataka, and other affected state police departments
The police have emphasized that further investigation is actively underway to uncover the complete network and activities of the arrested individuals during their time as fugitives.
This significant arrest demonstrates the effectiveness of interstate police cooperation in tackling serious criminal elements who attempt to evade justice by crossing state boundaries. The successful operation sends a strong message about the reach of law enforcement agencies across India in pursuing wanted criminals regardless of their location.
