The incident took place in the Raniganj police station area near Budhaura Kumbhapur, where police teams were conducting vehicle checks as part of heightened security measures. According to officials, the suspects attempted to evade the checkpoint, prompting police to intervene. The situation quickly deteriorated, resulting in an exchange during which Mithilesh Kesarwani, described by police as a seasoned thief, was shot and injured.
Following the encounter, police successfully apprehended two other suspects, identified as Lavkush and Pawan Yadav. A fourth individual managed to escape amid the chaos and is currently being traced, authorities said. The injured suspect was taken into custody and provided medical treatment under police supervision.
Law enforcement officials confirmed that the vehicle used by the suspects, along with stolen property, was recovered from the scene. The seizure is expected to aid investigators in linking the accused to previous theft and robbery cases in the region.
Senior police officers stated that further legal proceedings are underway and that efforts have been intensified to arrest the absconding suspect. The encounter, they noted, underscores the ongoing challenges faced by police in tackling organized theft networks operating across district boundaries.
The operation has drawn attention to the continued vigilance of local police and the risks involved in routine enforcement duties, while reinforcing the administration’s stance on taking firm action against repeat offenders to ensure public safety.
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