Police have arrested two prime suspects linked to the Afzalgunj shooting in Bidar, Karnataka. The duo is also allegedly involved in a high-profile ₹93 lakh ATM robbery.

Key Takeaways

  • Main suspects Manish Kushwaha and Amit Kumar arrested in Bidar.
  • Suspects linked to the 18-month-old Afzalgunj shooting at Roshan Travels.
  • Involvement in a ₹93 lakh ATM robbery and murder in Bidar suspected.

In a significant breakthrough, the Karnataka police have apprehended two key suspects linked to the shooting at Roshan Travels in Afzalgunj nearly 18 months ago. The suspects, identified as Manish Kushwaha and his associate Amit Kumar, were traced to Bidar and taken into custody on Wednesday.

The Hyderabad Afzalgunj police are currently in the process of obtaining a production transit warrant (PT warrant) to bring the duo to Hyderabad for further interrogation and court proceedings. Investigators believe that Amit Kumar and another individual, Alok Kumar, played active roles in the firing incident in Afzalgunj.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that this case highlights the increasing complexity of inter-state criminal activities. The suspects' ability to move across state lines to evade capture underscores the necessity for seamless coordination between the Telangana and Karnataka police departments.

The arrest of these high-profile suspects marks a critical turning point in solving both the Afzalgunj shooting and the massive Bidar robbery.

The investigation has revealed a darker connection: these men are also primary suspects in a massive robbery on January 16, 2025, in Bidar. During an ATM cash replenishment operation, approximately ₹93 lakh was stolen, resulting in the tragic death of security guard Giri Venkatesh and injuries to another guard, Shivakumar.

Historical Background

Following the Bidar robbery, the suspects allegedly traveled to Hyderabad to book tickets to Raipur. Their suspicious behavior—specifically carrying large bundles of cash—alerted a travel agency employee, Mohammed Jahangir. When confronted, the suspects reportedly opened fire, injuring the employee, which led to the Afzalgunj investigation.

Did You Know?: A transit warrant is a legal instrument used by police to move a suspect from one jurisdiction to another for trial or investigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1: Who are the suspects arrested in the Bidar operation?
Answer: The arrested suspects are Manish Kushwaha and Amit Kumar.

Question 2: What was the motive behind the Afzalgunj shooting?
Answer: The shooting occurred when a travel agent grew suspicious of the large amounts of cash the suspects were carrying.