NIA arrests three more suspects in Coimbatore ISIS-Inspired car bomb case
- In Reports
- 03:58 PM, Oct 22, 2024
- Myind Staff
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has made further arrests in connection with the ISIS-inspired car bomb explosion in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. On Monday, three additional suspects—Aboo Hanifa, Saran Mariappan, and Pavas Rahman—were apprehended, bringing the total number of accused in this case to 18. Previously, the NIA had filed charges against 14 individuals in the NIA Court located in Poonamallee, Chennai.
The case stems from a Vehicle Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED) blast that occurred on October 23, 2022, near the ancient Arulmigu Kottai Sangameshwarar Thirukovil temple at Eswaran Kovil Street in Ukkadam, Coimbatore. The explosion was allegedly carried out by Jamesha Mubeen, a self-proclaimed ISIS operative, who died in the blast. The NIA stated that Mubeen intended the suicide bombing as an act of revenge against non-believers of Islam.
Investigations revealed that the newly arrested suspects played a role in financing the attack. Aboo Hanifa, who is a faculty member at Kovai Arabic College, is believed to have significantly influenced Mubeen and others by promoting ISIS ideology. Reports indicate that Mubeen had pledged allegiance to Abu-Al-Hasan Al-Hashimi Al-Qurashi, a former leader of ISIS, prior to the attack.
In addition to the recent arrests, the NIA has initiated a related case focused on the radicalisation process. This effort has led to the arrest and charges against four additional individuals involved in these extremist activities. Ongoing investigations aim to expose the networks involved in terror financing and radicalisation linked to this case.
The NIA’s commitment to dismantling these networks underscores the agency’s determination to address the growing threat of radicalisation and terrorism in India. As the investigation continues, authorities remain vigilant in ensuring the safety and security of the public. Further updates are anticipated as more details emerge.
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