Pune police arrest key member of Andekar gang after house raid in Nana Peth–Ganesh Peth area
Pune
Pune Crime Branch nabbed a top reputed member of the Andekar gang during a late-night house search in Nana Peth-Ganesh Peth. Authorities uncovered critical evidence during the raid.
Pune, Maharashtra | Nov 21, 2025 – 500 to 600 words, no subheadings):
A major breakthrough for Pune Police came late last night when a senior operative of the Andekar gang was arrested during a planned raid in the Nana Peth–Ganesh Peth area. Acting on specific intelligence, the Crime Branch moved in shortly after midnight and detained the suspect after searching a house believed to be used for gang-related activities. The operation, carried out quietly but with heavy backup, drew attention from residents as officers moved through the narrow lanes and secured the location.
Police teams inspected the premises thoroughly, searching cupboards, loose panels and storage spaces. They seized mobile phones, SIM cards, cash bundles and documents. Officers are now analysing the data found on the devices to trace financial movements and connections to other members of the gang. The suspect, considered one of the close associates responsible for coordination and communication, is believed to have acted as a link between senior gang members and field-level operatives.
The Andekar gang has been under watch for months due to its alleged involvement in extortion, land disputes and violent crimes across the central parts of the city. Residents of Nana Peth and Ganesh Peth have repeatedly complained about intimidation, unauthorised collections and sudden flare-ups of violence. The arrest has brought relief to many locals who say such operations show that the police are prepared to take firm action against a network that has long troubled the area.
Authorities say the suspect may also have information about illegal structures and property dealings tied to the gang. Some of those structures were recently demolished as part of ongoing action in the area. Investigators believe the man detained in the raid could help them identify more locations and expose the chain of command within the group.
Since the arrest, patrol teams have increased their presence along connecting lanes and markets to prevent any retaliation. Shopkeepers and street vendors have been advised to report disturbances immediately. Police officials said they are taking extra precautions because past crackdowns on the gang have sometimes been followed by attempts to reassert dominance in the neighbourhood.
The next phase of the probe will focus on verifying the seized digital evidence and following the money trail that may link the gang to broader illegal operations. Officers may also seek to charge the suspect under stronger provisions if the evidence fits, which could include sections meant to curb organised crime. The Crime Branch is also trying to determine whether the gang has expanded into other pockets of the city or formed alliances with smaller local groups.
Residents say they hope the arrest marks the beginning of a sustained push against these networks rather than an isolated crackdown. Many are cooperating with investigators and expressing willingness to share information about threats or extortion attempts they have faced in recent months.
For now, the accused remains in custody and is being interrogated to build a fuller picture of the gang’s structure. A detailed report is expected once investigators complete cross-verification of the material seized during the raid. The arrest may become a turning point in the long struggle to curb organised crime in this older, densely populated part of Pune.
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