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62-Year-Old Murder Accused Arrested After 26 Years on the Run
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What Happened?
Surat Police arrested Umesh Gopal Mankar, a 62-year-old murder accused, after 26 years of evading capture. He was tracked down in Nashik, Maharashtra, following three years of surveillance.
Key points
- Umesh Gopal Mankar was wanted for a murder case registered in 2000.
- He allegedly killed Dattu Malji Patil during an argument in Surat.
- Mankar avoided mobile phones and frequently changed locations to evade arrest.
- Surat Police tracked him through family connections over three years.
- He was arrested near a brick kiln in Nashik district.
Key insights
- Mankar's arrest may encourage police to intensify efforts against long-term fugitives.
- The case underscores the importance of family connections in criminal investigations.
- Surveillance techniques played a crucial role in locating the accused.
Why it matters
This arrest concludes a long search for a murder suspect, highlighting the challenges of tracking long-absconding criminals.
Entities
Umesh Gopal Mankar· PersonDattu Malji Patil· PersonSurat· CityMaharashtra· StateNashik· CityIndia· Country
Source
Times Now
