Uttar Pradesh STF Nabs Notorious Criminal in Sultanpur Heist

The Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force has arrested Ankit Yadav, a notorious criminal involved in a high-profile daylight robbery in Sultanpur. Yadav, who had a bounty of Rs 1 lakh, was captured near Chivli Railway Station. The operation also led to the seizure of silver jewellery.

Ankit Yadav, a notorious criminal with a bounty of Rs 1 lakh, was arrested by the Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force in connection with a high-profile daylight robbery in Sultanpur, according to police reports on Tuesday.

The arrest occurred near Chivli Railway Station in Prayagraj after a tip-off. The operation, led by Deputy Superintendent of Police Dharmesh Kumar Shahi, resulted in the seizure of 755 grams of silver jewellery from Yadav's possession.

Yadav, part of a criminal gang, revealed details of the meticulously planned robbery at Bharat Jewellers, naming deceased accomplices Anuj Pratap Singh and Mangesh Yadav, among others. The STF's ongoing efforts have led to the arrest of 12 suspects linked to this case.

(With inputs from agencies.)