The border town of Moreh in Manipur has become a safe haven for smugglers and other illegal activities. Manipur Police arrested one non-Manipuri for his involvement in an extortion ring, where he extorted money from goods transporters, businessmen, and other commercial establishments.
The police identified the arrested individual as 36-year-old V. Shiva, alias Ishwar Pandey, from Moreh Ward No. 4. He is also suspected to be involved in smuggling and supplying arms to miscreants in Moreh. The arrest was made on Tuesday, according to police.
