Dehradun Police have arrested an accused who was wanted under the Gangsters Act and carried a ₹15,000 reward, according to an announcement by the department on 17 October 2026.
The police said the accused had been absconding in the case. They also alleged that he had been involved in repeated criminal incidents with his associates.
What the police said
The arrest was presented as part of an operation being conducted under the leadership of the Senior Superintendent of Police, Dehradun. The department said its action was aimed at tightening enforcement against criminal elements in the district.
No name, arrest location, police station or details of the alleged criminal incidents were provided in the available announcement. The information also does not state when the accused was allegedly linked to the incidents or what further legal process has followed the arrest.
The Gangsters Act reference identifies the legal basis of the action. However, an arrest does not by itself establish guilt. The allegations and the case will be dealt with through the applicable legal process.
Conclusion
Dehradun Police have arrested a ₹15,000 reward accused wanted under the Gangsters Act. The department said he had allegedly been involved in repeated criminal activity with associates, while further case details were not provided.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Who was arrested?
The available information identifies the person only as an accused wanted under the Gangsters Act. His name was not provided.
Q. Why was the accused wanted?
Police said he was wanted in connection with a Gangsters Act case and had been absconding.
Q. What reward had been announced?
A reward of ₹15,000 was attached to the accused.
Q. What did police allege about his activities?
Police alleged that he had been involved in repeated criminal incidents with his associates.
Q. Who led the police action?
The action was announced under the leadership of the Dehradun Senior Superintendent of Police.
