New Delhi, 23 November 2025 — The Special Cell of Delhi Police has busted an international arms trafficking racket and arrested four smugglers involved in supplying illegal weapons. Police recovered a large cache of foreign-made pistols, cartridges, and digital evidence from the accused. Officials say the gang had links with suppliers in neighboring countries.
How the Racket Was Exposed
The Special Cell had been receiving intelligence inputs indicating that several arms smugglers were planning to deliver illegal weapons in Delhi-NCR. Acting on this information, the police carried out:
- Surveillance at multiple locations
- Mobile and digital tracking
- Human intelligence operations
- Technical monitoring
As soon as the accused arrived to deliver the weapons, the teams surrounded them and arrested them on the spot.
Weapons Recovered From the Smugglers
During the raid, the police seized:
- Modern country-made and foreign pistols
- Several live cartridges
- Mobile phones used in the trafficking network
- Digital records and bank transaction data
According to police, these weapons were meant for gangsters, contract killers, and criminal networks operating across India.
Links Found With Neighboring Country
Preliminary investigation has revealed that the gang:
- Maintained contact with foreign smugglers
- Smuggled weapons through border states
- Used social media and encrypted apps for communication
Police are now tracking the network to identify the buyers and handlers within India.
More Members Suspected to Be Involved
Police believe the racket is part of a larger syndicate with members active across multiple states. Based on mobile chats, bank transfers, and international call logs, authorities have identified several more suspects.
Forensic analysis of the seized devices is currently underway.
Delhi Police Issues Advisory
Delhi Police has urged the public to report any suspicious activity or information regarding illegal weapons. Officials stressed that public cooperation is crucial in dismantling such dangerous networks.
