NAHARLAGUN, 14 Sep: The Naharlagun police on Monday arrested two persons, identified as Kabak Lapang (19) and Takam Dai (26), in connection with a 12 September robbery case.

A release from the police department informed that on 12 September, a 26-year-old person engaged in supplying chocolates, food items and other eatables, was returning towards Naharlagun after making deliveries. At around 12:04 pm, near the turn close to the G Sector Secondary School, two unidentified persons riding a red Aprilia scooter allegedly intercepted him by blocking his scooter.

According to the complaint, one of the accused displayed a knife and placed it near the complainant's stomach before allegedly snatching Rs 10,000 from his pocket. The accused persons thereafter fled from the spot on their scooter.

On receipt of the complaint, the Naharlagun police station, led by Inspector K Dev, registered a case under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and launched an investigation.

Through sustained investigation and prompt police action, the two alleged accused persons were identified and apprehended.

During the course of investigation, police recovered the knife allegedly used in the commission of the offence, along with approximately Rs 4,500, suspected to be part of the proceeds of the crime. The scooter allegedly used by the accused persons was also traced and taken into police custody as part of the investigation.

Meanwhile, Naharlagun SP Dr Nyelam Nega reiterated the commitment of the Naharlagun police in ensuring the safety and security of citizens and taking swift and lawful action against persons involved in street crimes and offences against the public.