After evading authorities for two months, Selvam, the prime suspect in a major counterfeit currency operation, was finally captured by police in Karnataka during a targeted operation.
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Selvam, originally from Atharnatham village near Ramanatham in Cuddalore district, had served as the West District Treasurer of the Viduthalai Siruthaigal Katchi (VCK). He was already under police scrutiny due to an earlier dispute with a man named Sankar from Avatti village, a case being handled by Ramanatham police.
As part of their inquiry into the dispute, police visited Selvam’s house. Finding him missing, they moved to inspect another property nearby. Spotting the approaching officers, Selvam and several others fled.
Police conducted a search of the premises and discovered equipment for producing counterfeit currency, along with firearms and police uniforms—raising suspicions of more extensive illegal activity.
Their investigation soon led to the arrest of two more suspects, Naveen Raja and Karthikeyan, who were caught with ₹85,000 in fake currency, walkie-talkies, air rifles, a laptop, forged RBI seals, police gear, and various vehicles including a JCB and lorries.
In response to Selvam’s disappearance, three dedicated police teams were formed to track the operation. Their efforts culminated in his arrest in Karnataka after weeks of pursuit.
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