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Headline: Wanted Criminal Killed in Shamli Encounter; Constable Injured

Shamli, Uttar Pradesh – October 24, 2025 – A wanted criminal, identified as Faisal (38), carrying a ₹1 lakh reward on his head, was killed in an encounter with police in the Shamli district of Uttar Pradesh on Thursday evening. Faisal was a known associate of the Sanjeev Jeeva gang.

According to a statement from the Shamli police, the incident unfolded after Faisal and an accomplice allegedly robbed a couple near Vedkhedi Bagh, stealing their motorcycle, mobile phone, and ₹3,000. When the couple resisted, the suspects reportedly opened fire before fleeing.

Police teams intercepted the suspects near Jhinjhana, resulting in an exchange of gunfire. Faisal sustained gunshot wounds during the encounter. A constable, Deepak, was also injured and is currently receiving treatment at a hospital. Faisal was declared dead at the district hospital.

Police recovered two .32 bore calibre pistols, nine live cartridges, five used shells, two motorcycles (including the stolen one), a mobile phone, ₹3,000 in cash, and Faisal’s identification documents from the scene.

Superintendent of Police N. P. Singh stated that Faisal had a long criminal history, with approximately two dozen cases registered against him in Shamli and Muzaffarnagar, including charges of murder, extortion, and robbery. He was wanted in connection with two recent robbery cases.

Police are currently searching for Faisal’s accomplice, who managed to escape. The investigation is ongoing.

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