Allegations of extortion and land grabbing
According to the police, Sanat Dey has long been accused of extortion and land grabbing through threats. His name also surfaced in connection with the alleged violence that followed the 2021 assembly elections. The Naihati police station arrested the former MLA in connection with these allegations. The police are now questioning him and conducting further investigations.
He will appear in court on Saturday
Following his arrest, Sanat Dey will be presented before the Barrackpore Court on Saturday afternoon as per legal procedures . The police will present the charges and the status of the investigation to the court. The court is expected to decide on further action and police custody.
Won the Naihati seat in the 2024 by-election
Sanat Dey won the Naihati assembly seat in a by-election in 2024, becoming an MLA. However, during his tenure, he faced numerous allegations. There have also been reports of local public resentment against him. In June, while he was traveling to the party office in Naihati, some people allegedly threw eggs at his vehicle and shouted slogans.
Local people had made serious allegations
During the protests, some locals leveled serious allegations against Sanat Dey, including that he was trying to dominate the area and intimidate people. The protesters alleged that he had allegedly created an atmosphere of fear in the area. However, the veracity of these allegations and his role in the case will only be determined after an investigation and judicial process.
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The further picture will emerge after police investigation.
Police are currently investigating the cases and allegations filed against Sanat Dey. After his court appearance on Saturday, it will become clear whether police will be granted custody for questioning. As the police investigation progresses, additional allegations and facts related to the incident are likely to emerge.