Guwahati, July 22 -- Written by - Manoj Kumar Ojha

Guwahati: In a daring midnight raid, Assam Police dismantled a budding criminal gang in Sonitpur district on Monday, arresting seven individuals and seizing a formidable arsenal of weapons.

The operation, targeting a hideout nestled in the remote foothills of Arunachal Pradesh, thwarted plans for dacoity and extortion, signaling a robust crackdown on organized crime in this volatile border region.

Acting on precise intelligence, a specialized team from Dhekiajuli Police Station launched coordinated raids at two locations in Sonitpur district, starting late Sunday night.

The operation, led under the supervision of Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Barun Purkayastha, culminated in t...