Pursuit of Justice: SIT Formed, 5 Accused Arrested As Net Widens In Thane Leader Pradeep Purnekar Murder Case
Thane,October 01, 2026: In a major breakthrough following the brazen killing of local Shiv Sena (UBT) division chief Pradeep "Baloo" Purnekar, law enforcement has officially formed a dedicated Special Investigation Team (SIT) and apprehended five accused—including three women—from Mira Road. The high-profile murder has sent shockwaves through Thane. Purnekar's grief-stricken family finally laid…
Thane police have formed a special team of 23 officers to investigate the brutal murder of Shiv Sena leader Pradeep Purnekar. Five suspects, including three women, were arrested in Mira Road. The victim's family initially refused to allow his burial until authorities expanded the case. The SIT is led by Deputy Commissioner of Police (Crime) Amarsingh Jadhav.
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