Hyderabad: In a coordinated operation, the Andhra Pradesh and Telangana police arrested two men suspected of plotting blasts in Hyderabad. The arrests followed a tip-off and led to the seizure of explosive materials.
Siraj Ur Rehman, 29, a resident of Vizianagaram, was the first to be detained. During a search of his premises, police recovered substances including ammonia, sulphur, and aluminium powder, all commonly used in the preparation of explosives.
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“During interrogation, Rehman disclosed information that led to the detention of another suspect, Syed Sameer, 28, from Hyderabad,” police said in a statement on Sunday, May 18.
Both men are currently in custody and will be presented before a court. Hyderabad police have urged the public to remain alert and report any suspicious activities, assuring continued efforts to safeguard public safety.
(With inputs from PTI)
