Mangaluru, Jul 23: The Central Crime Branch (CCB) of Mangaluru City Police arrested Keshav Sanil (47), a rowdy-sheeter for being in illegal possession of 1.8 kg of cannabis.
The police said that following a tip-off, the CCB team stopped near the Talapady Toll Gate on Saturday a car coming from Kerala that was driven by Sanil, a resident of Katipalla. The police recovered 1.8 kg cannabis from the car.
The police said that Sanil was an accused in 12 criminal cases, including a case of murder registered in Surathkal police station. He was an accused in 15 cases in Udupi district.
In a separate operation, the CCB police arrested Gauraw Kotian, 25, of Bondel who was wanted in a case of alleged illegal sale of cannabis registered in Kankanady police station.
Meanwhile, the Ullal police arrested Mohammed Mustafa (21) of Mukkucherry, wanted in a case of attempt to murder. Mustafa is an accused in four criminal cases.
The Ullal police also arrested Mohammed Haneef (30) of Munnur, who was allegedly involved in 24 criminal cases, including murder and dacoity.
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July 23, 2018
Mangaluru police issue alert over fake traffic fine payment Apps and links
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December 20,2025
Mangaluru, Dec 20: City Police Commissioner Sudheer Kumar Reddy has issued a high-alert warning to vehicle owners regarding a surge in cyber fraud targeting those looking to pay traffic violation fines. Fraudsters are reportedly exploiting recent government discount schemes on traffic penalties to deceive citizens.
The Scam: How Fraudsters Strike
Criminals are using SMS, WhatsApp, and social media to circulate suspicious links and APK files (Android application packages). They claim these apps allow users to pay e-challans at a discount.
• Device Hacking: Downloading these unauthorized apps gives hackers full access to the victim's smartphone.
• Financial Theft: Once the phone is compromised, fraudsters intercept OTPs and personal data to drain bank accounts.
• Phishing Sites: Fake websites mimicking official portals are also being used to harvest banking credentials.
Already, two residents within Mangaluru city limits have reported significant financial losses after falling victim to these fraudulent apps.
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Why govt feeding such notorious criminals. They should be killed on the spot.
They should be encountered and killed
Waw. What a religious tolerance. Bloody fools.
Dear Officers, bitti anna kottu saakbedi. kai kaal katharisi haaki. nenugambakke haaki
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