Gaya: A young man was arrested at Gaya International Airport on Friday after security personnel discovered 10 live cartridges in his luggage, prompting heightened security measures at the facility.
Officials said the man, identified as Anuj Kumar, a resident of Chand Chaura Lalit Nagar under the Vishnupad police station, was preparing to board a flight when routine scanning of passengers’ bags flagged his belongings. Upon inspection, the cartridges were recovered, and police were immediately notified.
“The young man was caught during baggage checking with 10 live cartridges. Police action is underway, and the investigation into the matter is ongoing,” said Anand Kumar, Senior Superintendent of Police, Gaya.
The Magadh Medical Police Station is leading the investigation to determine whether Kumar possessed the necessary licence for the ammunition and to establish his motive for carrying it. Airport security authorities have issued alerts and tightened checks in response to the incident.
