After the visuals of a youth gang members openly brandishing lethal weapons like guns and swords triggered shock and panic among the Bhubaneswar residents, the Commissionerate police on Monday arrested two more youths alleged to be members of a gang called ‘Koi Bhai Nahi’ (KBN).
The total number of arrests of the troublesome youth group members has gone up to seven so far. Besides, the police on the day demolished the house of a gang member Chenga, following inputs that illegal firearms were stored in it. Bhubaneswar City DCP Umashankar Dash said so far cases have been registered against 29 members of the KBN gang.
“Earlier, we had arrested five persons who are now lodged in jail. Today two more have been arrested. A hunt has been launched to track down others who are presently absconding,” said Dash.
According to Dash, the viral video in which some teenagers were seen brandishing weapons and using narcotics had invoked fear in the minds of people. The video was shot on different days and uploaded on Instagram. The investigation was carried out on the basis of the viral video. A separate case has been registered in connection with another video at the Nayapalli police station. Preliminary investigation reveals that the group mainly consists of youngsters who would meet at scheduled place before creating public nuisance.
“We had earlier appealed people to report if they were victims of extortion or other crimes by this group. We assure people that their names will be kept secret if they pass on information to police about the gang members. Stringent action will be taken against the group members,” said Dash.
The DCP said already clear instructions have been issued to police stations across the city to intensify patrolling during evening hours where youngsters congregate for ‘Khatti’.