Cattle smuggler injured in police encounter in Uttar Pradesh's Bulandshahr

The encounter took place near Pachauta Gate in the Chola police station area of Bulandshahr. Police opened fire in retaliation during the confrontation, and the cattle smuggler sustained a bullet injury to his leg.

The injured criminal has been identified as Pappu alias Faruq. He was wanted in a cow slaughter incident that occurred on 15 August in the Chola police station area. Following the encounter, the injured accused has been admitted to hospital for treatment.

Police recovered a 315 bore country-made pistol and live cartridges from the possession of the accused. Officers also seized a Splendor motorcycle without a number plate from the spot.

The encounter between Chola police and the notorious cattle smuggler marks an escalation in the district's efforts against cow slaughter and cattle smuggling networks. The accused was actively evading arrest in the 15 August case when the confrontation occurred.