Shravasti: 10-Year-Old's Rape Accused Injured, Arrested In Police Encounter
In Shravasti, a rape accused identified as Shankar was injured and arrested in a police encounter amid rain and storm, in what was described as the police’s alleged “Operation Langda”.
In Shravasti, a rape accused identified as Shankar was injured and arrested in a police encounter amid rain and storm, in what was described as the police’s alleged “Operation Langda”.
Shankar was wanted in a case involving the rape of a 10-year-old girl.
Shravasti Police claimed that after his arrest, the accused was being taken for recovery of clothes when he snatched the government pistol of SI Anurag Singh and fired 4 rounds at the police team.
Police said retaliatory action followed, in which the accused was shot in his right leg. His treatment is underway at CHC Bhinga.
According to police, the snatched government pistol, magazine, 6 live cartridges, 1 empty cartridge, ₹200 in cash and the clothes worn at the time of the incident were recovered.
The field unit collected evidence from the spot, and further legal action by police is underway. The source also mentioned a byte from SP Rahul Bhati.
Frequently asked questions
Who was arrested in the Shravasti police encounter?
A rape accused identified as Shankar was injured and arrested by Shravasti Police.
What case was Shankar wanted in?
Shankar was wanted in a case involving the rape of a 10-year-old girl.
How did police say the accused was injured?
Police claimed Shankar snatched SI Anurag Singh’s government pistol and fired at the police team, after which retaliatory action led to him being shot in the right leg.
Where is the accused receiving treatment?
Police said Shankar is undergoing treatment at CHC Bhinga.
What items did police say were recovered?
Police said they recovered the snatched government pistol, a magazine, 6 live cartridges, 1 empty cartridge, ₹200 in cash and the clothes worn at the time of the incident.
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