Two Suspected Burglars Arrested After Police Encounter In Mathura, Shot In Legs

Mathura: Police arrested two men wanted in a house theft case following an encounter in the Refinery police station area late Sunday night. Both suspects sustained gunshot injuries to their right legs during the police response and were taken to the district hospital for treatment.

Suspects Wanted in Krishna Vatika Colony Theft

According to police, a house burglary was reported on the night of October 10 in Krishna Vatika Colony, which falls under the Refinery police station limits. A case was registered, and officers began searching for those allegedly involved.

During the investigation, police identified the suspects as Lalu alias Sahil and Sudhir Kumar, both residents of Khitaura village under the Bakewar police station area in Etawah district. The two had reportedly been evading arrest.

How Did the Police Encounter Take Place?

Police received information late Sunday night that the two wanted suspects were travelling in a car and might be planning another theft in the area.

Acting on the tip-off, the Refinery police and the Anti-Rewarded Team launched a joint operation. Officers set up a barricade on an unpaved road leading towards the railway station and attempted to stop the vehicle.

An encounter followed, during which both suspects sustained gunshot injuries to their right legs. Police subsequently took them into custody and arranged medical treatment.

Investigation Into Other Theft Cases Continues

Refinery Circle Officer Praveen Kumar Tiwari confirmed the identities of the arrested men and said both had been admitted to the district hospital.

Police are examining the criminal records of the accused and investigating whether they were involved in other theft incidents. Further details are expected as the investigation progresses.