# Police Intensify Search for Arjun Ayanki, Detain Brother in Thrissur 2026-08-07T21:40:30+00:00 | Governance | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet Kerala police have detained Arjun Ayanki’s brother Akhil while searching for the absconding history-sheeter, who authorities believe moved through Thrissur after passing the Panniyankara toll plaza. CCTV footage reportedly shows Ayanki driving, though police have not confirmed he remained in the vehicle after it entered the city. Mathrubhumi reports that he switched cars at least twice and may have used the movement as a diversion. Police are also searching transport hubs and Palakkad after suspecting he may have left Thrissur. Ayanki posted a social media appeal for legal donations with a UPI QR code, while challenging Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala. Rediff reports that new cases were filed over alleged threats to police officers and his posts after the Kerala High Court rejected his anticipatory bail plea. Police have authorised necessary force, including weapons if required, to arrest him. ## Coverage - english.mathrubhumi.com - english.mathrubhumi.com - rediff.com Tags: Arjun Ayanki, gold smuggling, Kerala Police, QR code, social media, wanted criminal Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/wanted-arjun-ayanki-solicits-funds-online-cops-authorised-to-use-force/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/wanted-arjun-ayanki-solicits-funds-online-cops-authorised-to-use-force/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.