Goraknath temple attack: STF, IB visit accused’s house in Navi Mumbai

On Tuesday, the IB visited Taj Heights Apartment in sector 50 in Seawoods Darave, also in Navi Mumbai, which was purchased by Abbasi’s father, the officials added. NRI Coastal police (local) also visited the flat and collected CCTV footage of the last few days.

Published on: Apr 6, 2022, 07:34:27 IST

By Rohit Kumar Singh, Raina Assainar, Hindustan Times, Lucknow/Navi Mumbai

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A team of Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) and Intelligence Bureau (IB) have visited Navi Mumbai to gather information on Ahmad Murtaza Abbasi, who was arrested for attacking two PAC constables and forcibly trying to enter the heavily-guarded premises of Gorakhnath temple, officials privy to the investigation said.

The accused’s father on Monday said his son is mentally not stable and had no plan to commit any offence.

The STF on Monday visited the 30-year-old’s flat in Millenium Tower, Sanpada, in Navi Mumbai based on the residential address provided in his Aadhaar card. However, it was found that the flat was sold in 2013, the officials said, seeking anonymity.

On Tuesday, the IB visited Taj Heights Apartment in sector 50 in Seawoods Darave, also in Navi Mumbai, which was purchased by Abbasi’s father, the officials added. NRI Coastal police (local) also visited the flat and collected CCTV footage of the last few days. “Abbasi doesn’t have any previous criminal record in Navi Mumbai,” senior police inspector Ravindra Patil at the NRI Coastal police station said.

Meanwhile, officials in Uttar Pradesh said Abbasi had been watching hate speeches and videos of operation of various weapons on the internet.

The accused’s father on Monday said his son is mentally not stable and had no plan to commit any offence.

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Rohit Kumar Singh
Rohit Kumar Singh is a senior journalist based in Lucknow and currently serves as Special Correspondent and City Chief with Hindustan Times. With over 25 years of experience in journalism, he specialises in investigative reporting, with a strong focus on crime, policing, internal security, terrorism, governance and public policy in Uttar Pradesh. He began his journalism career in 2000 and joined Hindustan Times in June 2008 after working with The Daily Pioneer and Sahara Samay. Over the years, he has produced numerous high-impact investigative and exclusive reports on organised crime, terrorism, law enforcement, politics, governance and public administration. Rohit has extensively covered major criminal investigations, terror incidents, elections, police reforms, anti-terror operations, corruption, communal violence and other sensitive security issues. His reporting is recognised for its accuracy, depth, strong sourcing and analytical approach, making him one of the most respected journalists covering the police and internal security beat in Uttar Pradesh. Throughout his career, he has consistently delivered stories that have shaped public discourse, exposed systemic lapses and promoted accountability in governance and law enforcement. He continues to focus on public-interest journalism, combining investigative reporting with in-depth analysis of issues that impact governance and public safety.Read More

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