The Telangana Police has foiled a bomb plot in Hyderabad in a joint operation with the Andhra Pradesh police. Police have arrested two persons in this connection and recovered explosive material from their possession. The arrests were made based on intelligence information.
Siraj Ur Rehman (29) from Vizianagaram was taken into custody based on a tip-off. The operation resulted in the arrest of two suspected terror operatives — Siraj from Vizianagaram and Sameer from Hyderabad — who were allegedly plotting to execute a dummy blast in the city.
Explosives seized
Explosives, including ammonia, sulphur, and aluminium powder, were seized from his premises during a search, police said on Sunday. "In the course of the investigation, Rehman revealed details leading to the detention of another individual, Syed Sameer (28), from Hyderabad," police added.
Both individuals are currently in custody and are set to be presented before the court. Hyderabad police have urged the public to stay alert and report any suspicious behavior.
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