A man was taken into custody in West Champaran district, Bihar, following his wife’s report of an illicit firearm hidden in their home and ongoing domestic abuse incidents. The episode unfolded in Mahnagani village under the jurisdiction of the Mufassil police station. The woman contacted the police emergency number 112 on Wednesday night, claiming that her spouse regularly assaulted her and stashed a homemade pistol under their bed, causing her constant distress.
Police officers responded to the complaint, apprehended the suspect identified as Ramesh Paswan, and conducted a search of the residence. Beneath the bed, law enforcement discovered a golden-colored homemade pistol. The complainant, Sunita Devi, informed the police that her husband’s frequent physical abuse, coupled with the presence of the firearm, instilled fear for her safety.
Sunita Devi expressed her concerns, stating, “My husband always beats me. He keeps a pistol hidden under the bed. I am scared that something terrible might happen to me because of the gun. That is why I informed the police.” Mufassil Station House Officer Samrat Singh acknowledged the incident, emphasizing the gravity of the woman’s report and the prompt police action taken.
An official statement from the Bettiah police revealed that the accused faces charges under relevant sections of the Arms Act, with ongoing investigations. The suspect was presented before a district court, which remanded him to 14 days of judicial custody. The incident has sparked discussions in the district, shedding light on issues surrounding domestic violence and the possession of illegal firearms.
