Sultanpur Shooting Suspect Arrested After Police Encounter
Wanted suspect Mukesh Verma arrested in Sultanpur after a police encounter following the Lorpur shooting incident.
A high-stakes police encounter in Sultanpur on Wednesday night has led to the arrest of a wanted criminal linked to the notorious Lorpur shooting case. The suspect, identified as 24-year-old Mukesh Verma, alias Munna, sustained a gunshot wound during the exchange of fire with law enforcement officers.
The Pursuit and Exchange of Fire
The incident unfolded while an Akhandnagar police team was conducting routine patrols and vehicle checks in the area. According to official reports, officers spotted Verma riding a motorcycle and attempted to signal him to stop. However, the suspect allegedly accelerated in a desperate attempt to evade the police cordon.
As the pursuit intensified, Verma reportedly opened fire on the pursuing officers. In an act of self-defense, the police returned fire, striking the suspect in his left leg. Following the encounter, the injured suspect was taken into custody by the authorities.
Medical Treatment and Recovery
Following the shootout, Verma was immediately transported to the Community Health Center in Akhandnagar for primary medical attention. Due to the nature of his injuries, he was subsequently referred to the district hospital, where he is currently undergoing treatment.
Evidence Recovered and Criminal Background
During the arrest and subsequent search, police recovered several items from the suspect's possession, including:
- One motorcycle
- One illegal country-made pistol
- One live cartridge
- One spent shell casing
The investigation has revealed that Mukesh Verma is a seasoned criminal with a significant history of lawbreaking. He currently has four criminal cases registered against him across multiple police stations in the Sultanpur district, including Motigarpur, Goshainganj, Jaisinghpur, and Akhandnagar, involving various serious sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
Legal Proceedings Underway
Verma was already a primary suspect in the Lorpur shooting incident, with a case (Crime Number 234/2026) registered at the Akhandnagar police station on October 5. The charges include violations of sections 109, 115(2), 352, 351(3), and 3(5) of the BNS. Legal proceedings against the suspect are ongoing as authorities continue their investigation into the connection between his past crimes and the recent encounter.