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Bomb expert and militant apprehended

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Press Trust of India Imphal
A bomb expert was apprehended today by a combined team of Manipur Police and 12 Bihar Regiment.

A press release issued by Manipur Police said during investigation the 48-year-old man was found involved in running a bomb factory at his residence at Yurembam Mayai Leikai and was involved in several bomb attacks in the recent past.

The security forces seized 27 gelatine sticks, detonators, a moped and some other articlesfrom his possession, said the release.

Meanwhile, a joint team of Manipur police commandos and troops of 6 Assam Rifles arrested an active member of RPF/PLA last night/

The release said he was nabbed from Keirao Wangkhem in Imphal East district and is involved in extortion-related activities.

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First Published: Jun 23 2016 | 7:32 PM IST

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