Nagpur: In a swift operation, the Gittikhadan Police apprehended a 20-year-old youth for illegally carrying a country-made pistol and live cartridge on June 10, Tuesday.

At around 4:15 pm, while patrolling in their jurisdiction, a police team noticed a suspicious person in an open ground behind Ramdev Baba Mandir. When approached, the individual attempted to flee but was caught after a brief chase.

Upon questioning, he identified himself as Yunus Salim Khan Ansari, a resident of Ayyappa Nagar, Nagpur. A search conducted in the presence of panchas revealed a country-made pistol and one live round concealed in his waistband. The total value of the seized firearm and ammunition is estimated at ₹5,300.

Ansari was found in possession of the firearm with intent to commit a cognizable offence and in violation of prohibitory orders. An offence has been registered under Sections 3/25 of the Arms Act and Section 135 of the Maharashtra Police Act at Gittikhadan Police Station.

Further investigation is underway.