Notorious criminal linked to Sambhal violence arrested

SAMBHAL: A notorious criminal who was once part of a gang led by Shariq Satha, and allegedly a key figure behind last year's violent incidents in Sambhal, has landed in police net, officials said.

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Dilip alias Harish has been active in the world of crime for over 30 years and carried a cash reward of Rs 25,000.

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Four civilians were killed in the violence that erupted during a court-ordered survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid in the Kot Garvi area of the city on November 24 last year.

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