Imphal, May 3 -- Manipur Police have arrested a 50-year-old man identified as Konsam Romeo Singh, suspected to be an armed smuggler, during an operation in a crowded area of Imphal on Friday.

Police made the arrest near the Bazar India Shopping Mall in Chingmeirong, Imphal West district, following intelligence inputs regarding illegal armed activities.

According to a police report, a Commando unit from the City police station swiftly responded to the indicated location, leading to the apprehension of Singh, who is a resident of Sawombung Maniyaiskul in Imphal East District.

Following his arrest, police have recovered one 9 mm Pistol with a magazine loaded with 10 rounds, one mobile phone, cash of Rs 33o, and one identity card.

The rep...