In a significant breakthrough, authorities have arrested Shajeb alias Shahbaz, a prime suspect in the violent unrest that rocked Sambhal. Shajeb is accused of firing at the Superintendent of Police (SP) of Sambhal and his Public Relations Officer (PRO), with the bullet injuring one of them in the leg.Details of the incidentThe violence erupted in Sambhal during a law enforcement operation, escalating into chaos when shots were fired. Shajeb, allegedly involved in the incident, is reported to have targeted the SP and PRO directly. The officers sustained injuries in the melee, heightening tensions in the region.संभल हिंसा में शाजेब उर्फ शहबाज गिरफ्तार। शाजेब पर आरोप है कि उसने संभल के SP और उनके PRO पर गोली चलाई थी, जो पैर में लगी। इस घटना के बाद शाजेब दिल्ली में छिपा था। pic.twitter.com/tD6aeYq12Q— Sachin Gupta (@SachinGuptaUP) January 3, 2025Hiding in DelhiAfter the incident, Shajeb managed to evade authorities, fleeing to Delhi to avoid capture. His location was traced after an intensive manhunt led by the police. Following a well-coordinated operation, he was apprehended in the national capital, marking a significant step in resolving the case.Police investigationThe arrest of Shajeb is expected to shed light on the chain of events that led to the violence. Authorities are now interrogating him to uncover further details about his role and to identify others involved in the incident.The violence in Sambhal drew widespread attention, with calls for swift justice. Law enforcement agencies have assured a thorough investigation to ensure accountability for the actions leading to the disturbance.
