Pune police detain minor with country-made firearm

The Bharti Vidyapeeth police detained a 17-year-old minor in possession of a country-made pistol and a live round, collectively valued at approximately ₹50,500.

The incident was reported on Wednesday on Katraj-Mangadewadi Road.

According to police officials, the minor was apprehended during a routine patrol in the area. Upon frisking, officers discovered the illegal firearm and ammunition in his possession. The motive behind carrying the weapon is currently under investigation. Police seized a country made pistol worth ₹50,000 and a live round total worth ₹50,500 from his possession.

A case has been filed at Bharti Vidyapeeth police under 3,25 of the Arms Act and sections 37(1) (3), 135 of the Maharashtra Police Adhiniyam.