In a significant operation demonstrating tightened vigilance, the Chandigarh Police have successfully apprehended four individuals who were declared proclaimed offenders by the courts. This coordinated crackdown led to the arrest of three men and one woman, all of whom were evading the law after being charged in serious criminal cases.
Details of the Arrested Accused
The police have released the identities and alleged crimes of the four arrested proclaimed offenders. Kulwinder Singh, a resident of Sector 45, was wanted in a case registered at the Sector 34 police station. His charges relate to allegations of fraud and criminal breach of trust.
Ravinder Singh, who hails from Mauli Jagran, was apprehended in connection with a case of assault and criminal intimidation. This case was filed at the Industrial Area police station, highlighting the spread of these operations across different jurisdictions within the Union Territory.
The sole female accused taken into custody has been identified as Pooja, a resident of Burail. She was declared a proclaimed offender in a case of cheating and fraud, which was originally registered at the Sector 34 police station.
Completing the list is Ravi Kumar, who lives in Dhanas. Kumar was wanted by the police in a case involving assault and the use of criminal force. His case was under the purview of the Sector 11 police station.
Police Strategy and Legal Process
The arrests are the result of sustained efforts and intelligence gathering by various police teams across Chandigarh. A person is formally declared a proclaimed offender under Sections 82 and 83 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC). This legal status is invoked when a court believes an accused person, against whom a warrant has been issued, is absconding or concealing themselves to avoid arrest.
Once declared, the police intensify their search, and the accused faces more severe legal consequences. The process involves a public proclamation, and the accused is given a final opportunity to appear before the court. Failure to do so allows the court to permit the attachment of the offender's property.
Implications and Police Message
The successful netting of these four proclaimed offenders sends a strong message about the Chandigarh Police's commitment to pursuing individuals who attempt to evade the judicial process. It underscores a zero-tolerance policy towards those who disrespect court orders and try to escape the clutches of the law.
This operation is part of a broader drive to clear pending warrants and ensure that accused persons face trial. The police have reiterated their warning to other fugitives, urging them to surrender voluntarily. They have affirmed that continuous raids and checks are being conducted across the city to track down all individuals with proclaimed offender status.
The arrested individuals have been presented before the appropriate courts, where legal proceedings against them will now continue. This crackdown is expected to bolster public confidence in the law enforcement machinery and serve as a deterrent to others considering absconding after committing a crime.
