Ahmedabad Crime Branch nabs Chambal criminal in Madhya Pradesh

The Ahmedabad Crime Branch has arrested a fugitive from the Chambal region of Madhya Pradesh, who had been evading capture for over a year. The accused, Pradhumansingh Narayan Singh Tomar, was wanted in multiple cases, including an armed robbery attempt in Sherkotda, extortion of ₹20 lakh, and a vehicle theft reported in Narol.

He was apprehended in Ambah district, Madhya Pradesh, following an intensive manhunt.

The case dates back to February 6, 2024, when a businessman, parked near Anil Starch Mill in Sherkotda, was approached by an armed assailant who attempted to open his car door. The businessman refused to comply and drove away, only to be pursued by the accused and his associates.

The next day, he received a ransom demand of ₹20 lakh, accompanied by a death threat. When he failed to comply, the accused opened fire at his vehicle before fleeing the scene.

Investigations led the police to identify the perpetrators as Shivam alias Gudhi Rakesh Singh Tomar, Shailendra Singh alias Pinku Shyam Singh Tomar, Ravindra Singh alias Bade Gurjar Banwarisingh Gurjar, and Pradhumansingh Narayan Singh Tomar. While the others were apprehended earlier, Tomar had managed to escape and was in hiding.

Additionally, a Passion Pro motorcycle used in the crime was traced to a vehicle theft reported at Narol Police Station.

Arrest and criminal background

Acting on intelligence and technical surveillance, the Ahmedabad Crime Branch tracked Tomar to his hideout in Ambah, Madhya Pradesh. He was arrested with assistance from Muraina district police and has now been handed over for further investigation at Sherkotda and Narol police stations.