Patna (Bihar): A police encounter in Patna on Thursday resulted in the injury of Sonu Kumar, a wanted criminal involved in multiple serious crimes, after he and his associates opened fire on the police team attempting to capture him, according to police officials.
City SP of Patna West, Sarath RS, confirmed that the police had received information regarding Sonu Kumar’s whereabouts and quickly moved to the location. However, upon reaching the spot, the criminals fired at the police team, leading to an exchange of gunfire. During the shootout, Sonu Kumar was injured and subsequently taken to the hospital for treatment.
Speaking to ANI, City SP Sarath RS explained, “We received information about Sonu Kumar, who is wanted for several heinous crimes. Our police team reached the location, but the criminals opened fire. In the retaliatory action by the police, Sonu Kumar was injured and has been sent to the hospital. Further action is being taken.”
Although some of the criminals managed to flee, the police recovered a pistol and other items from the scene. A Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) team is also present, and investigations are ongoing.
Further details on the incident are awaited.