Three Arrested in Hapur with Explosives and Hydrofluoric Acid Amid Delhi Blast Probe
Hapur arrests spark Delhi blast probe frenzy.
In a swift operation amid heightened security alerts following the deadly Delhi blast, Uttar Pradesh Police in Hapur district arrested three individuals on Tuesday for illegally possessing substantial quantities of dangerous materials. The seizures included 2.5 kilograms of high-grade explosives and a staggering 46 kilograms of hydrofluoric acid, a highly corrosive substance often used in illicit manufacturing processes. Authorities acted on intelligence inputs during routine checks, preventing what could have been a major threat in the National Capital Region.
The arrests took place at two separate locations within Hapur, a bustling industrial hub just 60 kilometers from Delhi, where the suspects were reportedly transporting the contraband in unmarked vehicles. Local police teams, equipped with sniffer dogs and detection gear, intercepted the consignments after tip-offs about suspicious movements post the November 10 hospital explosion that killed 13 people. The operation underscores the rapid response of law enforcement to potential spillover risks from the capital's tragedy.
Investigators are now delving deep into the suspects' backgrounds, interrogating them for any ties to radical networks or the Delhi perpetrators. Preliminary findings suggest the explosives could be linked to improvised device production, mirroring the acetone peroxide used in the blast, while the acid raises alarms about chemical weapon experimentation. No immediate confessions have emerged, but forensic analysis of the seized items is underway to trace origins and end-users.
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Hapur Superintendent of Police confirmed the bust as a proactive measure, stating, "We are leaving no stone unturned to connect this to the Delhi incident." The probe extends to checking digital footprints and supply chains, with neighboring states alerted for similar vigilance. This seizure highlights vulnerabilities in unregulated chemical transport across Uttar Pradesh's porous borders.
As the nation reels from the Delhi carnage, this Hapur crackdown serves as a grim reminder of lurking dangers. With over 50 injured still recovering, authorities vow to dismantle any interconnected terror modules, urging public cooperation in reporting anomalies to avert future catastrophes.
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