Dhanbad: Dhanbad police achieved a major breakthrough with the arrest of notorious criminal Kishan Khan alias Tasleem Khan, who was absconding in connection with a police case in Barwadda. The accused, a resident of Kurmidih under Barwaadda police station, was apprehended from Ranchi following a special operation.Addressing a press conference on Friday, City SP Ritwik Srivastava said that a special raiding team was constituted under the direction of senior police officials to track down the absconder. Acting on a tip-off, the team conducted a raid in Ranchi and successfully arrested Khan. He was subsequently brought to Barwaadda police station for further interrogation.During questioning, the accused reportedly confessed to his involvement in both cases. Police investigations revealed that Khan was actively associated with the gang of notorious criminal Prince Khan. He allegedly supplied mobile numbers of businessmen to gang members for extortion purposes, provided shelter to criminals, and extended financial assistance to facilitate illegal operations.Further disclosures indicated that the extorted money was invested in land deals and other businesses to channel illicit funds. Police recovered an android mobile phone from the accused, which is currently being examined for additional evidence and leads.Based on information provided by Khan, raids are being conducted to trace other members of the gang. Police officials confirmed that the accused has a criminal history, with several serious cases registered against him at Barwaadda police station in 2025 and 2026.City SP Ritwik Srivastava reiterated that the crackdown against organised crime will continue and assured that other gang members will be arrested soon.
