In a significant breakthrough, the Central Crime Branch (CCB) of Bengaluru arrested five suspected terrorists today. They were foiling an alleged plot to carry out a terror attack in the capital city of Karnataka. The police are intensifying their efforts to apprehend another suspect, Junaid, believed to be residing in Bengaluru’s RT Nagar area. However, Junaid is suspected to have fled abroad and is purportedly the mastermind behind the supply of arms and explosives to the five individuals who have been taken into custody.
The five detainees, identified as Suhail, Omar, Zahid, Mudasir, and Faisal, all natives of Bengaluru and aged between 25 and 35, have a previous criminal history. They had previously been arrested in 2017 and served 18 months in jail in connection with a murder case before being released in 2019. Despite their past incarceration, it appears that they remained involved in activities that drew the attention of the authorities again.
During the investigation, the CCB made a significant discovery by seizing explosive materials from the possession of the suspects. Moreover, the police also found them carrying guns and daggers, raising concerns about the potential scale and impact of the planned attack.
What further raised alarm bells was the revelation that the suspects had been in contact with T Nazeer, a known terror accused currently serving time in Bengaluru Central Jail (Parapanna Agrahara). The suspects reportedly confessed during their questioning that they were radicalized by Nazeer, highlighting the influence he had on shaping their extremist ideologies and actions.
The arrest of these individuals and the ongoing search for the mastermind, Junaid, underscore the vigilant efforts by law enforcement agencies to combat terrorism and maintain public safety. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the ever-present threat of terror activities and the need for continued vigilance and cooperation between intelligence agencies and the public.
As the investigation unfolds, authorities are likely to delve deeper into the network of individuals involved, tracking their links and connections to disrupt any potential future attacks. The successful operation by the CCB has undoubtedly prevented a potential tragedy, underscoring the crucial role played by law enforcement in safeguarding communities against acts of suspected terrorists.