Patna: In a significant crackdown on crime, Bihar’s Special Task Force (STF) has prevented 16 major criminal incidents, including 11 planned murders, over the past three months. The STF’s proactive operations from December 2024 to February 2025 led to the arrest of several criminals before they could execute their plans, showcasing the force’s efficiency in tackling organized crime.
According to data from the Police Headquarters, STF thwarted four major crimes in December, five in January, and seven in February. These included cases of murder attempts, armed robbery, and dacoity, ensuring that criminal elements were neutralized before they could strike.
Intelligence-Driven Crackdown
The STF attributes its success to a combination of intelligence gathering, public cooperation, and advanced technological surveillance. A dedicated team actively monitors known criminals and gang members, analyzing their movements and intercepting their communications. This meticulous approach has led to the prevention of multiple serious crimes.
Major Crimes Prevented
- December 4: Pankaj Rai, one of Patna’s top 10 criminals, was arrested in Digha with illegal weapons. He was planning the murder of Deepak Rai, a member of the Billa gang.
- December 12: Notorious inter-state criminal Ajay Paswan, who had a bounty on his head, was arrested in Pindra, Jharkhand, with illegal weapons. He was plotting a bank heist.
- December (Date Unspecified): Muzaffarpur’s top criminal, Subodh Mahto, was arrested in Karja while planning the murder of Hemant Rai.
- January 8: Prakash Kumar and two accomplices were apprehended in Gaya while planning to rob a jewelry shop.
- February 7: Shubham Kumar and his gang were arrested in Mokama, Patna. Phone surveillance helped capture the gang before they could carry out a double murder.
- February 17: A notorious group, including criminals known as Shalu alias Fracture, Chand, Abhishek, and Bunty Khan, was arrested in Patna’s Sonar Toli area while planning a major robbery. They had previously terrorized the region through extortion and gun violence.
The STF’s continuous operations have significantly disrupted organized crime networks, reinforcing law and order across Bihar. Authorities have reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining stringent vigilance to ensure public safety.
