Two Wanted Accused in Cow Slaughter Case Injured in Kanpur Encounter, Arrested

October 16, 2026

Kanpur: Two men wanted in connection with a cow slaughter case in Kanpur were injured in a police encounter in the Fazalganj area on Friday. Both were arrested and taken to hospital, where they are receiving treatment, police said.

The case began after cow remains were found in the Nawabganj police station area during the night of October 7–8. Police registered a case and formed teams involving the SWAT unit, surveillance and cyber units, along with Nawabganj police, to trace the suspects.

One person was arrested on Thursday, but the search for the remaining accused continued. The next day, police received a tip-off that two wanted men were in the Fazalganj area.

Police teams reached the location and cordoned it off. According to the police account, the suspects opened fire at the personnel, allegedly intending to kill them. The police team returned fire, leaving both men injured.

The two were taken to hospital and are now being questioned in connection with the case. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Central) Atul Srivastava said further legal action would depend on the facts and evidence gathered during the investigation.

Separate Action Over Cattle Deaths in Badaun

In a separate development, two veterinary officers were suspended on October 15 over alleged serious negligence linked to cattle deaths during heavy rainfall in Badaun district.

Departmental proceedings were also ordered against the Chief Veterinary Officer. The Divisional Additional Director has been asked to submit a response within 15 days, while suspension and disciplinary action were recommended against the Block Development Officers of the two blocks concerned.