Late-Night Encounter Leads to Arrest of Two Murder Suspects in Jhansi

Two suspects involved in a daylight murder in Jhansi were apprehended after a late-night encounter. The suspects, who had opened fire on police during a routine check, were shot in the leg and taken to a hospital. The main suspect remains at large, with ongoing efforts for his capture.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Jhansi | Updated: 17-09-2025 14:40 IST | Created: 17-09-2025 14:40 IST
Late-Night Encounter Leads to Arrest of Two Murder Suspects in Jhansi
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Two individuals suspected of being involved in a recent daylight murder in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh have been apprehended following a late-night encounter with police. The confrontation occurred early Wednesday morning near Bharari Farm bridge in the Sipri Bazaar area during a routine police check, according to officials.

Superintendent of Police Gyanendra Kumar Singh reported that the suspects, Ashok alias Kallu and Bhanwar Singh Yadav, allegedly fired at the authorities when spotted, resulting in a shootout where both suspects sustained leg injuries. They are currently receiving medical treatment at a local hospital.

The incident is linked to the murder of Arvind Yadav on September 8. Police have identified Rinku Yadav as the main suspect in the case. So far, seven out of the ten suspects have been arrested, while efforts continue to apprehend the remaining individuals.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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