Jalpaiguri, 16th June: Police recovered several sharp weapons and seized multiple vehicles during a raid at the residence of absconding TMC leader Krishna Das in Jalpaiguri as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged post-election violence.
Krishna Das, the defeated TMC candidate from the Jalpaiguri Assembly constituency, has been accused of involvement in an attack on BJP workers in the Barapatia area on May 5, a day after the Assembly election results were declared. Allegations suggest the attack was carried out in retaliation following the electoral defeat.
Several allegations have also surfaced regarding the expansion of Krishna Das’ influence by allegedly using his political clout.
Police have already arrested a number of his close associates in connection with the case. Acting on information obtained during the investigation, personnel from Kotwali Police Station conducted a search operation at his residence. Central force personnel were also present during the raid.
During the search, police recovered multiple sharp weapons allegedly linked to the attack. Several vehicles were also seized from the premises as part of the ongoing probe.
According to police sources, efforts are continuing to trace and arrest the absconding TMC leader, while further investigation into the case is underway.
