Police move to seize Sambhal violence mastermind’s property under court order

January 21, 2026

Sambhal: Police on Wednesday put in place elaborate arrangements to seize the property of Shariq Satha, the alleged mastermind of the Sambhal violence, following a court order directing the attachment of his house located in the Nakhasa police station area of Uttar Pradesh.

Heavy Police Deployment for Property Attachment

A heavy police deployment has been made to ensure that the attachment proceedings are carried out smoothly and without any law-and-order issues. The security arrangements include the presence of Additional Superintendent of Police Kuldeep Singh, Circle Officer Kuldeep Kumar, personnel from three police stations, and one company of the Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC). Senior police officers are also stationed at the site to supervise the operation.

As part of the process, a flag march is being conducted in the locality to maintain public order and convey a strong message. The administration has been put on full alert, and a drummer has also been arranged to accompany the flag march, as per standard procedure during such attachment actions.

Court Orders Executed Under BNS Provisions

Speaking to IANS, ASP Kuldeep Singh said that a non-bailable warrant had already been issued against the accused and that action was being taken after receiving a certified copy of the warrant. Tehsildar Dhirendra Pratap Singh confirmed that the court’s directions were being implemented under Section 84 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), and that the identified property was being attached on-site.

Absconding Accused Linked to Criminal Network

Shariq Satha has been on the run since the outbreak of violence in Sambhal on November 24, 2024. Despite sustained efforts by police and a Special Investigation Team (SIT), he has not been traced so far. The SIT has arrested three accused linked to his gang and registered additional cases after he failed to surrender despite court warnings.

Investigators believe Shariq fled to Dubai using a fake passport as early as 2020. Described as a seasoned criminal, he is allegedly involved in the theft of nearly 300 vehicles annually. Authorities are preparing to issue a Red Corner Notice and are probing individuals who may be providing him financial or legal support while he remains abroad.