Wanted criminal killed in UP encounter; Two police officers injured

BULANDAHAHR: A man wanted in connection with 48 criminal cases and carrying a reward of Rs 1.5 lakh was killed in an encounter with police in Bulandshahr on Sunday. Two police officers were also injured in the incident, officials confirmed.

The encounter took place when an Anupshahr district official, the in-charge of Ahaar police station, and the SWAT team were chasing two suspects on a motorcycle.

When the suspects spotted the police, they tried to escape and opened fire on the officers.

“In the ensuing exchange of fire, one of the suspects was injured while the other managed to escape. The injured man died from his injuries while being transported to the hospital. The deceased criminal has been identified as Rajesh,” a police statement said.

Rajesh was wanted in over 48 cases, including attempt to murder and assault, lodged at various police stations in Bulandshahr and Aligarh. A reward of Rs 1.5 lakh had been announced earlier for his capture.

“In the crossfire with the accused, station house officer Young Bahadur and Constable Arif sustained injuries. The county officer and the SWAT team in charge were also attacked but were protected by their bulletproof jackets,” the statement continued.

Further investigations are currently underway.