West Bengal police kill history‑sheeter in fifth encounter since BJP took office
Ratan Sheikh was shot dead after injuring a constable while fleeing arrest, marking the fifth police encounter under the BJP state government, Times of India says.
A man identified as history‑sheeter Ratan Sheikh was killed in a police shootout in West Bengal while attempting to escape arrest, Times of India reported.
Why was Ratan Sheikh shot dead?
He was shot after he opened fire on a constable during an earlier arrest attempt, wounding the officer, according to the newspaper.
How many police encounters have occurred since the BJP formed the state government?
The incident is recorded as the fifth encounter involving police since the BJP came to power in West Bengal, Times of India noted.
What did the chief minister say about the killing?
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said criminals have no place in the state, emphasizing a firm stance against such acts, the report added.
Police said they responded firmly to Sheikh’s aggressive evasion, following established protocols, the outlet said.
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