Bounty Hunter's Prize: Notorious Dacoit Kalli Gurjar Nabbed After Fierce Gunfight
Morena police arrest Kalli Gurjar and accomplice after a fierce three-hour gunfight. Three weapons and 61 cartridges seized.
In a high-stakes operation that unfolded amidst the dense forests of Morena, the police have successfully arrested the notorious dacoit Kalli Gurjar, also known as Kiledar Gurjar. The arrest followed a dramatic three-hour encounter that left the outlaw and his accomplice wounded and in police custody.
A Three-Hour Battle in the Wilderness
The confrontation took place on Thursday, November 5, near Lalitapura Pahadi village, falling under the jurisdiction of the Banmore police station. The operation was a meticulously planned strike led by a joint team from the Banmore and Civil Line police stations.
Under the direct command of Superintendent of Police Dharamraj Meena and the guidance of Additional Superintendent of Police Surendra Pal Singh Dawar, the police forces closed in on the suspects. However, the arrest was not without a fight. A violent shootout ensued, lasting three hours, as the criminals attempted to resist the law.
During the exchange of fire, both Kalli Gurjar and his associate, Ajay Gurjar, sustained gunshot wounds to their legs. Following the ceasefire, the police immediately took both suspects into custody and rushed them to a nearby hospital for medical treatment.
The Arsenal: Weapons and Ammunition Seized
The operation, overseen on the ground by Inspector Deependra Yadav and Inspector Udaybhan Singh, resulted in the recovery of a significant cache of illegal weaponry. The police managed to seize a total of three firearms and 61 live cartridges.
The recovery details are as follows:
- From Kalli Gurjar: A .32 bore illegal country-made pistol, a .306 bore company-made rifle, and 49 live cartridges.
- From Ajay Gurjar: A 12-bore company-made rifle and 12 live cartridges.
A Legacy of Crime: Who is Kalli Gurjar?
Kalli Gurjar was far from a petty criminal. He was a feared figure in the region with a bounty of 80,000 rupees on his head. His criminal record is extensive, with 20 separate cases registered against him within the Morena district alone.
The charges against him span a wide spectrum of violent and illegal activities, including:
- Murder and attempted murder
- Robbery and extortion
- Assault and firing
- Illegal liquor smuggling
- Obstruction of public servants
At the time of his arrest, Gurjar had been absconding in nine of these criminal cases, making his capture a major victory for the local administration.
What Happens Next?
Following the encounter, a fresh criminal case has been registered against both Kalli and Ajay Gurjar at the Banmore police station. The police are now shifting their focus toward a deeper investigation. Authorities are working to trace the origin of the seized weapons and are probing the suspects' criminal networks to determine if they have links or operatives in neighboring districts.