Man arrested with firearm, live cartridges: WB Police

A man was arrested during a surprise patrol here and a firearm along with three live cartridges from his possession, police said on Sunday.

The arrested individual is a resident of Falakata.

"During a surprise patrol, a man, identified as Mithun Roy, was arrested along with firearms from the Murder More area near Fulbari. Reportedly, the accused is a resident of Falakata. A firearm and three live cartridges were recovered from his possession," ACP East Surinder Singh said.

Singh said that the police is seeking a remand for further interrogation.

Further details are awaited.