In a swift late-night operation, the Detection of Crime Branch (DCB) of Surat city police rescued an eight-month-old kidnapped boy at the Surat railway station under the 'Operation Muskan' initiative on Saturday. The entire action lasted about 20 minutes, showcasing the efficiency of the police force.
Details of the Kidnapping
According to police officials, the DCB team was on patrol when they received a tip-off regarding a kidnapped infant. The accused, identified as Aarti alias Zarina Jaiswal, 22, allegedly kidnapped the baby boy from a family of labourers sleeping on a footpath on Dimtimkar Road in Nagpada, Mumbai, earlier that day. The child was reportedly taken to Surat by the woman, who planned to flee from the Surat railway station with a friend.
Swift Police Action
A kidnapping case was registered at Nagpada police station in Mumbai. Acting on the information, a team of 20 police personnel launched a search at Surat railway station. They intercepted the accused on the platform just before she could board a train. The entire operation was completed within 20 minutes, ensuring the safe recovery of the infant.
Jaiswal is a resident of the Khalori riverbank area in Kasara, near Kalyan in Thane district. Police said arrangements were being made to hand over Jaiswal, her friend, and the rescued child to Nagpada police for further legal procedures.
Operation Muskan Success
DCB officials emphasized that the swift action marked a major success under Operation Muskan, with the child traced and recovered safely within hours of the kidnapping. The initiative focuses on rescuing missing and kidnapped children, and this operation highlights the commitment of the Surat police to child safety.
