Noida Police Engage in Gunfight with Murder Suspect, One Injured
A police encounter in Noida leads to the arrest of a murder suspect, who was shot and found with an illegal firearm.
Noida, November 11 (Daily Kiran) : In Noida, a police encounter on November 11 resulted in the injury of a suspect wanted in a murder case. The incident occurred near a park in Sector 3, following a dispute over a scooter collision that led to the death of a young man named Amit.
The suspect, identified as Aftab alias Tussi, was apprehended after he allegedly opened fire on the police. Officers returned fire, injuring him in the leg. He was immediately taken to a hospital for treatment after his arrest.
During the confrontation, police recovered an illegal .315 bore firearm, a live cartridge, and a spent casing from the suspect. Additionally, they seized the Hero Splendor motorcycle used in the incident.
The police had received a tip-off about Aftab’s presence in the park, prompting them to act quickly. Upon arrival, they found his motorcycle parked outside. As officers searched the area, Aftab and an accomplice attempted to flee but were intercepted by the police. When cornered, Aftab fired at the officers, which led to the exchange of gunfire.
The background of the case dates back to the night of November 8-9, when a group of young men, including Amit, were at the park. A dispute arose after a scooter collided with one of the individuals, escalating into a physical altercation that left Amit with severe head injuries. He was later pronounced dead at the hospital, while another individual, Shivam, sustained injuries and is still receiving treatment.
Aftab, a resident of New Bans, Sector 15, Noida, has a criminal record with three prior cases against him. Authorities are now pursuing further legal action and investigating the roles of other individuals involved in the incident.
