Two Arrested for Stone-Pelting on Intercity Express in Amethi
GRP Pratapgarh arrests two suspects for pelting stones at the Varanasi-Lucknow Intercity Express, injuring the Train Manager near Amethi.
The Government Railway Police (GRP) in Pratapgarh has successfully apprehended two individuals in connection with a stone-pelting attack on the Varanasi-Lucknow Intercity Express. The incident, which took place near the Amethi railway station, resulted in an injury to a railway official and has prompted swift action from the authorities.
Injury to Train Manager
The assault occurred on October 20 while train number 24203 was traveling from Varanasi to Lucknow. As the train reached the outer signal of the Amethi railway station, unidentified individuals hurled stones at the moving coaches. During the attack, the Train Manager, Harikesh Kumar, sustained injuries from the flying debris.
Investigation and Arrest Details
Following the incident, a specialized investigation team was formed to track down the perpetrators. The team was led by Railway Deputy Superintendent of Police (First) Amit Kumar Singh and GRP Pratapgarh Inspector-in-Charge Chanchal Kumar Singh. After conducting a thorough investigation, the police managed to apprehend the two suspects on Sunday at the Varanasi end of the Pratapgarh railway station.
The arrested individuals have been identified as:
- Anubhav Saroj, aged 19
- Ganesh Saroj, aged 20
Both suspects are residents of the Raidepur area within the Amethi Kotwali jurisdiction. Police officials confirmed that both individuals have prior criminal records.
Legal Proceedings and Safety Commitment
The suspects have been booked under Section 152 of the Railways Act and have subsequently been sent to judicial custody. GRP officials emphasized that they are maintaining strict vigilance to ensure the safety of passengers and the uninterrupted operation of trains. Authorities have vowed to take continued and stern action against anyone involved in criminal activities targeting railway property or personnel.