INDORE, MADHYA PRADESH — A routine traffic enforcement action turned into a weapon recovery after Indore Police intercepted a commuter who jumped a red signal and tried to flee the spot.
The individual, identified as Javed Sheikh, was spotted breaking traffic rules at a busy intersection. When personnel on duty signaled him to pull over, he attempted to speed away to evade detention. Cops quickly chased and intercepted him nearby.
During a preliminary frisking, police recovered a large knife concealed on his person. Upon being questioned about carrying a deadly weapon in public, Sheikh casually claimed that he habitually carries it with him. Police have taken him into custody and initiated legal proceedings regarding the illegal possession of weapons and traffic violations.
Indore police caught Javed Sheikh after he jumped a traffic signal and tried to flee. Recovered a large knife from him. His reply: “I always carry this, it’s common for us.” https://t.co/Le2BnSgC6t
— Team Hindu United (@TeamHinduUnited) October 22, 2026