32 weapons missing from Haryana police armoury. File photo: ANI As many as 32 licensed weapons, including several expensive foreign-made firearms, have gone missing from the police armoury at a police station in Haryana’s Faridabad, triggering a criminal investigation and the suspension of the malkhana in-charge, PTI reported, citing officials.According to PTI, the missing weapons were kept under police custody at the Sector Eight police station after their owners voluntarily deposited them for safekeeping. Following an internal inquiry, a theft case was registered against malkhana in-charge ASI Bijendra Singh, who has since been suspended by Police Commissioner Satender Kumar Gupta. A departmental inquiry has also been initiated.Police sources told the news agency that the missing cache includes several foreign-made pistols valued between Rs 2 lakh and Rs 10 lakh. Investigators suspect some of the weapons may have been sold in Rajasthan and the Delhi-NCR region, although police have not issued an official statement on the claim.The discrepancy surfaced during a routine inspection. An initial audit indicated that 13 weapons were missing, but a subsequent detailed verification found that the number had risen to 32.Following the discovery, senior police officials ordered a detailed probe, which confirmed the disappearance of all 32 weapons. Sources further said the investigating team had been instructed by senior officers to prevent information related to the case from being leaked while efforts to trace the missing firearms continue.Commenting on the investigation, Faridabad police commissioner said, “The matter is under investigation. Whoever played a role in the theft of the weapons will not be spared.”Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosTrump Warns Of 100% Tariffs On Countries Taxing US Tech Firms; Why India Is Unlikely To Be AffectedMission Impossible: Delhi Footpaths Exist Everywhere Except Under Your Feet | WatchWest Bengal Government Plans UCC, Anti-‘Love Jihad’ Law; TMC Calls Move DivisiveUS Court Declines Immediate Dismissal Of Gautam Adani Case, Seeks DOJ Explanation Before RulingTrump says ‘Thank You’ after Hyderabad names road ‘Donald Trump Avenue’; BJP-Congress spar over moveMaharashtra Govt Clears Ujjwal Nikam As Special Prosecutor In Ketan Agarwal Murder Case?Kejriwal Alleges Massive Embezzlement In Ayodhya Ram Mandir Donation RowWhy Did Bangladesh Choose Malaysia And China Before India?Why The Indian Army Still Relies On 60-Year-Old Cheetah, Chetal & Chetak Helicopters In Ladakh?Raut Backs Aaditya Thackeray’s Rise, Hints At Next Leadership In Party After Rebellion | Watch123Photostories3 ways to train your brain to be ‘only successful’Psychology says people who talk to their plants may be doing more than caring for greenery; the real conversation may be with themselvesHow to make Virat Kohli’s highest-protein Indian mealsFor book lovers: 6 Creative house names inspired by books and literatureCould tingling and numbness be an early sign of a brain tumour? Neurologist explains the symptoms you shouldn’t ignoreProstate cancer screening: ‘Stealth’ signs men shouldn’t ignore — from dinner table fidgeting to laundry repetitionFrom sharing a PG with 5-6 girls, quitting her air hostess job due to back injury and facing a financial crisis: When Dipika Kakar spoke about her journeyFIFA World Cup 2026 underdog Cape Verde isn’t just making headlines on the field; where is it and what should travellers know10 baby girl names inspired by ‘legendary women’ in mythology across the world5 traditional things people used to clean utensils before dishwashing liquid existed123Hot PicksLewis HamiltonLionel MessiCGPSC SI Prelims 2026FIFA world cup 2026Spain vs UruguayRam Temple DonationNigerian Proverb of the dayUS Strike on IranKetan Agarwal MurderTop TrendingK BhagyarajMumbai Local Train DeathRam Temple Donation RowFIFA World Cup 2026NFL TradeUS Iran CeasefirePriyanka GandhiSergei IvanovMK StalinMumbai Local Train News
As many as 32 licensed weapons, including several expensive foreign-made firearms, have gone missing from the police armoury at a police station in Haryana’s Faridabad, triggering a criminal investigation and the suspension of the malkhana in-charge, PTI reported, citing officials.According to PTI, the missing weapons were kept under police custody at the Sector Eight police station after their owners voluntarily deposited them for safekeeping. Following an internal inquiry, a theft case was registered against malkhana in-charge ASI Bijendra Singh, who has since been suspended by Police Commissioner Satender Kumar Gupta. A departmental inquiry has also been initiated.Police sources told the news agency that the missing cache includes several foreign-made pistols valued between Rs 2 lakh and Rs 10 lakh. Investigators suspect some of the weapons may have been sold in Rajasthan and the Delhi-NCR region, although police have not issued an official statement on the claim.The discrepancy surfaced during a routine inspection. An initial audit indicated that 13 weapons were missing, but a subsequent detailed verification found that the number had risen to 32.Following the discovery, senior police officials ordered a detailed probe, which confirmed the disappearance of all 32 weapons. Sources further said the investigating team had been instructed by senior officers to prevent information related to the case from being leaked while efforts to trace the missing firearms continue.Commenting on the investigation, Faridabad police commissioner said, “The matter is under investigation. Whoever played a role in the theft of the weapons will not be spared.”
