Port Blair, June 16: On 15.06.2024, Police Station Humfrygunj received a call reporting a murder at Dhanikhari. The Humfrygunj Police swiftly responded to the complaint formed a dedicated team comprising SI G. Mohan Rao, SHO PS Humfrygunj along with ASI R.C. Singh and other Police Station staff. They rushed to the scene and found the lifeless body of a resident of Chouldari. An eye witness identified the accused who attacked with a 'Dah' after a confrontation. The accused fled from the scene and made extensive efforts to hide but was apprehended within three hours by the dedicated police team of the South Andaman District. An FIR was registered under relevant sections of law at Police Station Humfrygunj and the crime scene was documented. Additionally, 04 individuals who harbored the accused and attempted to destroy evidence were also arrested. Further investigation is in progress.

The swift response and commitment of the police team led by SDPO Bambooflat under the overall supervision of the Superintendent of Police, South Andaman District have commendably demonstrated exceptional law enforcement excellence.

The general public is requested to share information pertaining to any crime and other illegal activities to Police at 112, 03192-287590 & 03192-236641, the identity of the informant will be kept secret.