Daring Courtroom Escape Sparks Manhunt in Bhadohi

In an audacious escape, Ateeq Ahmad, a 22-year-old booked under the Gangster Act, fled from police custody in Bhadohi on Tuesday. Ahmad, a resident of Alampur, faced ten serious criminal charges, including under legislation aimed at curbing organized crime.

The incident occurred when Ahmad was brought before a juvenile justice court concerning an old case. Around 1 pm, he eluded police officers to make his getaway, confirmed ASP Shubham Agrawal.

Immediately following the escape, the two sub-inspectors escorting Ahmad were suspended. Five police teams have been organized to capture the fugitive, and legal proceedings have been initiated against both him and the officers.

(With inputs from agencies.)