Shimla (Kameshwar Sharma): Big Breakthrough in Sanjauli Case as Shimla Police Nab Seventh Accused during the ongoing investigation into FIR No. 39/2026 registered at Sanjauli Police Station. The latest arrest marks another significant development in the case and raises the total number of accused arrested so far to seven.
Moreover, investigators arrested the accused after gathering crucial information during the probe.
Seventh Accused Arrested in Ongoing Investigation
According to police, officials identified the newly arrested accused as Vikrant, son of Prithvi Singh, aged 36, a resident of Hivan village under Sunni police station in Shimla district.
Police arrested him on June 10, 2026, following due legal procedures. Furthermore, investigators believe the arrest could provide additional leads and strengthen the ongoing investigation.
Total Number of Arrests Reaches Seven
Officials confirmed that police had already arrested six accused earlier in connection with the case. Consequently, the latest arrest has increased the total number of accused in police custody to seven.
The development represents another important milestone in the investigation, which continues to progress steadily.
Case Registered Under Multiple BNS Sections
Police registered the case under several provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), including Sections 333, 115(2), 351(2), 191(2), 190, 324(4), 196(1), and 304.
Meanwhile, investigators are examining every aspect of the case to establish the complete chain of events and identify any additional involvement.
Police Continue Detailed Investigation
Furthermore, Shimla Police stated that the investigation remains active and that officers are thoroughly verifying all available evidence.
As a result, authorities may take further legal action based on the findings of the ongoing probe. Police emphasized their commitment to ensuring a fair and comprehensive investigation.
Key Highlights of the news:
- Shimla Police arrested the seventh accused in the Sanjauli case.
- The accused was identified as Vikrant from Sunni in Shimla district.
- Police carried out the arrest on June 10, 2026.
- The total number of accused arrested in the case has reached seven.
- The FIR has been registered under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
- The investigation remains ongoing, and further action may follow.
