Dhan Mandi Police arrested a serious offender with an illegal weapon today from Malla Talai. The accused Imran Hussain is on anticipatory bail for an assault case. He is also undertrail for a murder in 2009.

According to police, the arrest was made after police received information that Imran was carrying illegal pistol and was seen at Mulla Talai area. After the arrest, a pistol and four live bullets were confiscated from the accused.

During interrogation, Imran revealed that he bought the weapon from Muzaffar alias Goga for fifteen thousand rupees. Muzaffar is already lodged in Jail under Arms Act.

Police seized more than half a dozen illegal weapons and arrested many people during the drive against illicit weapon trade in the city.

According to an investigation officer, Imran is also member of Nizam Gang, headed by Aslam Nizam.