NEW DELHI: A man with 17 criminal cases against him was injured in an exchange of fire with police near Moolchand Metro station in southeast Delhi after he allegedly opened fire at a police team that had laid a trap to arrest him, an officer said on Wednesday.
The accused, identified as Sonu, sustained a bullet injury in his leg during the encounter and was admitted to a hospital for treatment, according to news agency PTI. Police said they had received specific information about his movement and laid a trap in a lane near the metro station.
When Sonu arrived on a motorcycle, the police team signalled him to stop. Instead of surrendering, Sonu allegedly opened fire at police personnel, prompting the team to retaliate. During the exchange of fire, he was shot in the leg and overpowered, a police source said.
Police said Sonu is a bad character of Govindpuri police station and is involved in 17 criminal cases. Further investigation is underway.
Details of the Incident
The police team had set up a trap based on specific intelligence about Sonu's whereabouts. Upon spotting him near the Moolchand Metro station, they attempted to intercept him. However, Sonu reacted aggressively by firing at the officers, leading to a retaliatory action. The injured accused was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital for medical care. Authorities have registered a case and are probing his criminal background.
Background of the Accused
Sonu, a resident of the Govindpuri area, has a long history of criminal activities. He is wanted in multiple cases, including theft, assault, and other offenses. The police have been on the lookout for him for some time. This encounter is seen as a significant step in curbing crime in the region.
