Kandhamal,Dec.14 : A most wanted Maoist cadre was arrested by Kandhamal police yesterday from Katarighati forest under Phiringia police limits in the district.
The arrested rebel, identified as Sushant Sahoo, of Nayagarh was a member of KKBN Maoist group.
Acting on a tip-off on Naxal movement in the forest range, the cops conducted a surprise raid and apprehended Sushant from a rebel camp. The police party also seized posters, banners and a bag from the rebel camp.
According to police, Sushant was actively involved in Maoist attacks across the district. Sushant was also allegedly involved in a gun battle between the out-law organisation and the cops.
Further details about his division and his involvement will be revealed after the interrogation, informed Kandhamal SP Prateek Singh.
Prasanta Patnaik