Tension gripped Surajpur late evening when a routine patrol turned into a full-blown firefight, injuring two seasoned gangsters and unearthing illegal arms along with stolen merchandise. The incident highlights the relentless pursuit by police against rising criminal syndicates.
Detailed accounts from the scene paint a picture of calculated ambush evasion by the suspects, known for their audacious heists. Spotting the police vehicle, they initiated hostilities, only to be outmaneuvered by trained sharpshooters who ensured minimal harm.
Post-encounter, the recovery operation uncovered .32 bore pistols, dozens of cartridges, and valuables worth lakhs, all linked to unsolved robberies plaguing the area for months. The injured criminals, both in their late 20s, face a slew of charges including attempt to murder and possession of prohibited weapons.
District officials hailed the operation as a milestone in crime control, with enhanced surveillance promised. Residents, long weary of nocturnal threats, see this as a pivotal victory. Investigations continue to map out accomplices and future plans of the gang.