Vadodara City Crime Branch has arrested an absconding accused who was wanted in connection with cases registered under the Gujarat Control of Terrorism and Organized Crime (GCTOC) Act and the Prohibition Act.
Vadodara Crime Branch Arrests Bootlegger In a breakthrough against organized crime and prohibition-related offences. The accused, identified as Lalchand alias Lalu Sindhi Hemandas Khatani (48), a resident of the Warasiya area of Vadodara, was apprehended near Malpur in Modasa after sustained surveillance and intelligence-based tracking by police officials.
According to officials, the accused had been evading arrest for a long period despite being wanted in multiple serious criminal cases.
Accused Arrested Following Technical Surveillance Operation
The operation was carried out by the Vadodara Crime Branch under the guidance of senior city police officials.
Police sources stated that the accused was wanted in:
- A case registered under the GCTOC Act at Nandesari Police Station
- A Prohibition Act case registered at Jawaharnagar Police Station
Authorities said the accused had remained absconding to avoid legal action in both matters.
Crime Branch Formed Dedicated Tracking Team
To locate the accused, investigators reportedly used:
- Technical surveillance
- Human intelligence inputs
- Continuous movement tracking
- Field-level verification
Based on specific information received during the investigation, police teams established surveillance in the Malpur area near Modasa and intercepted the suspect.
Accused Detained Along With Vehicle During Operation
During the action, police officials detained the accused while he was allegedly travelling in a Kia Seltos vehicle. Following interception and questioning, preliminary investigation indicated his involvement in the registered offences. Police subsequently took him into custody and initiated further legal procedures.
Further Investigation Handed to Senior Officers
After the arrest process, the accused was handed over for further investigation to the concerned senior police authorities.
Officials are expected to continue inquiry regarding:
- The accused’s activities while absconding
- Possible links with other offences
- Financial and operational networks
- Additional criminal connections, if any
Police Claim Long Criminal History
According to police records, the accused allegedly has an extensive criminal background. Authorities stated that multiple offences have previously been registered against him involving:
- Prohibition-related offences
- Murder allegations
- Extortion-related cases
- Assault incidents
Police also claimed that preventive detention action had reportedly been taken against him multiple times in the past under applicable legal provisions.
Focus on Organized Crime and Prohibition Enforcement
The latest arrest is being viewed as part of continued efforts by law enforcement agencies to strengthen action against organized criminal activities and prohibition violations in Gujarat. Officials have indicated that surveillance-driven policing and intelligence-led operations will continue across sensitive areas.
Crackdown on Repeat Offenders Continues
Police departments across Gujarat have increasingly focused on identifying and monitoring repeat offenders involved in organized and illegal activities.
Law enforcement agencies continue to use:
- Digital tracking tools
- Field intelligence networks
- Inter-district coordination
- Surveillance mechanisms
to trace accused persons who evade legal proceedings.
Conclusion
The arrest of the absconding accused by Vadodara Crime Branch marks another significant development in ongoing enforcement against organized crime and prohibition-related offences in the state. With further investigation underway, authorities are expected to examine additional links and gather more evidence related to the pending cases.
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