Criminal Gufran, Wanted for Multiple Crimes, Killed in Encounter with UP STF in Kaushambi
- Posted on June 27, 2023
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- By Sakshi Gupta
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Kaushambi, Uttar
Pradesh - A criminal named Gufran, who was wanted in connection with numerous
cases of murder and dacoity, was fatally shot in an encounter with the Uttar
Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) on Tuesday morning in Kaushambi.
The encounter
occurred at approximately 5 am near the Samda sugar mill of Manjhanpur,
Kaushambi, when the STF, acting on specific intelligence, cornered Gufran.
In the ensuing exchange of fire, Gufran sustained gunshot wounds and was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital. However, the medical team pronounced him dead upon arrival.
Gufran, also
known as Mo. Gufran, had various criminal records, with over 13 registered
cases of murder, loot, and robbery against him in the districts of Pratapgarh
and Sultanpur. Recognizing the threat posed by Gufran, the Prayagraj and
Sultanpur police had declared a substantial reward of Rs 1,25,000 for
information leading to his arrest.
Commenting on the
encounter, SP Kaushambi Brijesh Srivastava stated, "A criminal identified
as Mo. Gufran was killed in an encounter with the UP STF near the Samda sugar
mill of Manjhanpur, Kaushambi. He was carrying a reward of Rs 1,25,000."
The successful
operation by the UP STF has dealt a severe blow to criminal activities in the
region, bringing relief to the residents of Pratapgarh, Sultanpur, and
surrounding areas who had been living in fear due to Gufran's reign of terror.
The STF's swift action demonstrates their commitment to maintaining law and
order, ensuring the safety and security of the citizens.
The authorities
will continue their investigations into Gufran's criminal network to uncover
any possible accomplices or associates. The successful elimination of Gufran
serves as a strong message to other criminals that the law enforcement agencies
are determined to bring them to justice.
The encounter and
subsequent demise of Gufran mark a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts
to curb crime and uphold peace in Uttar Pradesh. The residents of Kaushambi and
neighboring districts can now breathe a sigh of relief, knowing that a
dangerous criminal responsible for multiple acts of violence has been taken down.
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