In a significant breakthrough, the District Intelligence Unit (DIU) team in Patna has apprehended Randhir Kumar, also known as Rambali Sharma, who was listed among the top-10 criminals in the Danapur police station area. The arrest marks a crucial development in the high-profile murder case of undertrial prisoner Chhote Sarkar, who was brutally shot dead by assailants within the Danapur court premises on December 15, 2023.
Details of the Arrest and Criminal Background
Randhir Kumar, a resident of Sambhupura under the Naubatpur police station limits in Patna district, was taken into custody following intensive investigations by the DIU. The arrest is directly linked to the sensational killing that occurred during Chhote Sarkar's production before the court, an incident that had sent shockwaves through the local community and raised serious concerns about security in judicial complexes.
Prior Criminal History Revealed
Patna SP (West) Bhanu Pratap Singh confirmed on Sunday that Randhir Kumar has an extensive criminal record. The accused faces multiple serious charges, including cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act and murder-related offenses. This history underscores the dangerous profile of the individual now in police custody.
Context of the December 2023 Court Murder
The murder of Chhote Sarkar inside the Danapur court premises represented a brazen attack on the judicial process itself. Undertrial prisoners being produced before courts are supposed to be under secure custody, making this incident particularly alarming for law enforcement agencies and the public alike. The killing highlighted vulnerabilities in court security arrangements and prompted calls for enhanced protective measures.
Police Investigation and Breakthrough
The District Intelligence Unit's successful operation to apprehend Randhir Kumar demonstrates the ongoing efforts by Bihar police to tackle organized crime in the region. The arrest of a top-10 criminal from the Danapur area sends a strong message about police determination to address serious offenses, particularly those that occur within supposedly secure government premises.
This development comes as authorities continue to investigate the broader network potentially involved in the court murder case. The arrest of Randhir Kumar may provide crucial leads about other perpetrators and the motives behind the targeted killing of Chhote Sarkar during his court appearance.
