Firozabad Encounter: Notorious Criminal, Wanted in Multiple Cases, Shot Dead by Uttar Pradesh Police

In a significant operation, a notorious criminal, identified as Subhash alias Raju, met his end in an intense encounter with the Uttar Pradesh Police in the Firozabad district. Subhash, a dreaded figure in the region, was wanted in no less than 17 cases, ranging from heinous murders to daring robberies, and had a substantial bounty of Rs 50,000 on his head, a testament to the severity of his criminal record.

The dramatic confrontation unfolded late Sunday night within the jurisdiction of the Jasrana police station.

Police officials, acting on a crucial tip-off, had set up a strategic checkpost in the Fatehpur area. As they attempted to flag down a suspicious motorcycle, the rider, later identified as Subhash, refused to comply. Instead, he accelerated, attempting to evade capture and triggering a high-stakes chase.

The pursuit escalated when Subhash, in a desperate bid to escape, opened fire on the pursuing police team.

The officers, finding themselves under direct attack, swiftly retaliated. In the ensuing exchange of gunfire, Subhash sustained critical injuries. He was immediately apprehended and rushed to the nearest hospital for urgent medical attention.

Despite the best efforts of the medical staff, Subhash succumbed to his injuries during treatment.

The police recovered a pistol, multiple live cartridges, and the motorcycle he was riding from the encounter site. The operation marks a considerable success for the Firozabad police, bringing an end to the reign of a long-sought-after criminal.

Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Saurabh Dixit confirmed the details of the encounter, emphasizing the criminal's extensive history and the relief his neutralization brings to the community.

Subhash's criminal career was particularly marked by his involvement in a murder case registered in 2021 at the Tundla police station, alongside other serious offenses across the district.

This operation underscores the Uttar Pradesh Police's ongoing commitment to cracking down on organized crime and ensuring the safety and security of its citizens.

The elimination of such a prominent wanted criminal sends a clear message to others involved in illicit activities, reinforcing the state's resolve against lawlessness.