- A shocking incident took place at Pune Airport on 5th January 2025 when a passenger was found carrying a pistol and 28 cartridges in his bag.
- The passenger, identified as Deepak Sitaram Kate, was detained by airport security and later arrested by the police.
- Security Officer Preeti Bhosale discovered the weapon, two magazines, and ammunition in Kate’s bag during routine security checks for an IndiGo Airlines flight to Hyderabad.
- Kate refused to provide an explanation for carrying the firearm when questioned by authorities.
- Bhosale filed a complaint with the airport police station, Pune city police, leading to Kate being handed over to the police for further investigation.
- Sub-Inspector Sandeep Karpe is leading the investigation to determine why Kate was in possession of the weapon and ammunition.
- Authorities are also looking into whether Kate had the necessary permits or if there were any suspicious motives behind his actions.
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