Crime Watch – Newsletter for December 21, 2010

No civilised state can hide terrorists: Russian president

NEW DELHI – Without naming Pakistan, visiting Russian President Dmitry Medvedev Tuesday said “no civilised state can hide terrorists”.

“Terrorists are criminals. They, of course, should be punished. Those who hide terrorists conceal their crimes. No modern civilised state can hide terrorists as law abiding citizens. They are subject to punishment,” Medvedev said at a …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Three Maoists arrested with 12 wireless sets

RANCHI – Three Maoist guerrillas were arrested from Jharkhand’s Bokaro district and wireless sets as well as explosives recovered from them, police said Tueday.

The three were arrested late Monday from Chandrapura of Bokaro district, around 145 km from here. Officilas said 12 wireless sets, explosives and other incriminating material have been seized.
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40 kg landmine found in Jharkhand

RANCHI – A 40 kg landmine was found planted beneath a bridge in Jharkhand, police said Tuesday. The bomb disposal squad was called to defuse it.

The landmine was found planted beneath the Jamua bridge of Palamau district Tuesday morning. The landmine was planted to blast police vehicle, officials said.
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Al Qaeda plotting poison attack in US

WASHINGTON – Terror outfit Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) is planning to attack American food supplies with poisonous chemicals, officials said.

A source “with knowledge of the situation” said authorities have obtained information that indicated a possible plot by the AQAP to target food at hotels and restaurants in the US, perhaps slipping … Read more : Al Qaeda plotting poison attack in US.

US army wants to expand raids in Pakistan

WASHINGTON – US military commanders in Afghanistan are pushing for more ground raids across the border into Pakistan’s tribal areas, leading to a debate over the “controversial” proposal.

The plan for forays into the militant stronghold in North Waziristan has not yet been approved, but military and political leaders say a “renewed sense of … Read : US army wants to expand raids in Pakistan.

New York cops simulate 26/11 Mumbai terror attack

NEW YORK – The New York Police Department (NYPD) has conducted a simulated militant attack similar to the terror unleashed in Mumbai two years ago, a media report said Tuesday.

In the simulation, a team of terrorists launch a coordinated series of bombings and gun attacks around the city. The terrorists also attack police officials …. Original article  : New York cops simulate 26/11 Mumbai terror attack.

Jessica Fashano Death Mystery Continues

NEW YORK (GaeaTimes.com) — The reason why Jessica Fashano, 27, jumped off the rooftop of the Trump Palace is still a mystery to the Police and her acquaintances. Considered to be a great person without any mental illness or trauma, Jessica had left several questions surrounding her pre-mature death.
According to her co-workers, Jessica was …. Original source  : Jessica Fashano Death Mystery Continues.

12 arrested in anti-terrorism swoop in Britain

LONDON – Police in Britain have arrested 12 men on suspicion of preparing a potential terrorist plot in an operation described by Scotland Yard as “absolutely necessary” to keep the public safe.

“The operation is in its early stages so we are unable to go into detail at this time about the suspected offences. However, …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : 12 arrested in anti-terrorism swoop in Britain.

Iran warns Pakistan over terrorist actions

TEHRAN – Iran will take necessary action if Pakistan continues to fail in controlling terrorist activities along its border, a top military official has said.

Brigadier General Hassan Firouzabadi, the chairman of Armed Forces Joint Chiefs of Staff, said Pakistan is Irans friend but “it falls short of controlling and stopping terrorists”, IRNA news … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Iran warns Pakistan over terrorist actions.

Bomb scare at Newark airport in US

NEW YORK – One of the terminals at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey was closed Monday to the public due to a security scare, a media report said.

The incident was sparked by a suspicious package at an American Airlines (AA) counter in Terminal A, ABC News reported.
The terminal was evacuated due … Read more : Bomb scare at Newark airport in US.

Bail plea of Akshardham terror attack accused admitted

GANDHINAGAR – The Gujarat High Court Monday admitted a bail plea filed by an accused in the 2002 Akshardham Temple terror attack.

The bench comprising Justices A.M. Kapadia and B.N. Mehta admitted the petition of Shaukatullah Ghori.
The hearing on Ghori’s bail application is scheduled for Jan 12, 2011.
Ghori was arrested in July 2009 …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Bail plea of Akshardham terror attack accused admitted.

Indian forces can enter Myanmar chasing terrorists

AIZAWL – Indian security forces can enter Myanmar to hunt for terrorists after taking due permission from Myanmarese authorities, it was decided here Monday.

And to boost their crackdown on Indian separatists hiding in Myanmar, it was also decided that Myanmarese security officials have promised to learn English or Hindi to overcome communication problems.
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India, Myanmar to act against terrorists

AIZAWL – India and Myanmar will work together to curb trans-border movement of terrorists, smuggling of arms and to prevent drugs trafficking, officials said here Monday.

The Indian home ministry and Myanmars Chin state have agreed to boost border security and share information on cross-border terrorism, a Mizoram home department official said.
A meeting between …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Maoists kill CPI-M supporter

KOLKATA – Maoists shot dead a Communist party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) supporter in West Bengal’s West Midnapore district Monday on charges of being a police spy, an official said.

Kali Charan Mahato, an active member of the CPI-M-affiliated All Bengal Primary Teachers Association, was dragged out of his house Sunday night and shot dead, Jhargram …. Read the original article  : here.