Who Was Arrested for Firing at a Police Patrol Party in Jharkhand?
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Synopsis
In a dramatic turn of events, Jharkhand Police have apprehended a suspect linked to an interstate criminal gang after a police patrol came under fire. This incident has raised concerns over public safety and the escalating crime rate in the region. Stay tuned for more updates on this alarming situation.
Key Takeaways
- Suspected gang members attacked a police patrol.
- One police constable was injured.
- Rahul Das has been arrested with significant evidence.
- Police are pursuing other gang members.
- Interstate criminal activities are on the rise in the region.
Ranchi, Sep 23 (NationPress) The Jharkhand Police have successfully apprehended a suspect linked to an interstate criminal gang who is accused of launching an unprovoked attack on a police patrol team in the Khalari police station area of Ranchi, as confirmed by officials on Tuesday.
A police constable suffered serious injuries during the shooting incident that occurred late Sunday night.
The assault took place around midnight on September 21 near the Bombay Hotel in the Purni Rai locality.
Authorities reported that individuals riding a white Apache motorcycle, which lacked a license plate, opened fire on the police team. Head Constable Ramsharekh Sharma was struck in the leg by a bullet.
An FIR (No. 65/2025) was filed at the Khalari police station.
Taking the situation seriously, Ranchi SSP Rakesh Ranjan established a special task force led by the Rural SP.
After conducting extensive raids, the team arrested Rahul Das (29), a resident of Baleri village in the Hunterganj police station area of Chatra district, near the Pahi forest along the Rai–Budhmu road.
Police recovered a loaded country-made pistol, ten live cartridges, a white Maruti Suzuki Baleno, and the Apache motorcycle used in the attack from him.
During questioning, it was revealed that Rahul Das had recently been released from Sherghati jail in Bihar and was conspiring to commit a significant crime with his associates.
Authorities stated that he is an active participant in an interstate gang involved in serious crimes such as robbery and dacoity across multiple districts in Jharkhand—including Ranchi, Ramgarh, Hazaribagh, Chatra, Giridih—and in Bihar’s Gaya district.
The arrest was made by a team led by DSP Khalari Ramnarayan Choudhary, alongside Khalari police station in charge Jaideep Toppo, Budhmu police station in charge Ritesh Kumar Mahato, sub-inspectors Mukesh Kumar and Ravi Kumar Soni, along with personnel from the armed police.
Police are currently working to identify and apprehend other members of the gang involved in the shooting incident.
Point of View
It's crucial for us to report on incidents like this with clarity and accountability. The recent firing incident in Jharkhand is a stark reminder of the challenges law enforcement faces in maintaining public safety. We stand with the nation in seeking justice and ensuring that such acts are met with swift action.
NationPress
23/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened in Jharkhand?
A police patrol was fired upon by suspected gang members, leading to injuries and subsequent arrests.
Who is Rahul Das?
Rahul Das is a 29-year-old suspect arrested in connection with the attack, previously released from jail.
What is the status of the investigation?
Police are actively working to identify and capture other gang members involved in the incident.
Where did the incident occur?
The incident took place in the Khalari police station area of Ranchi, Jharkhand.
What actions are police taking?
A special task force has been formed to address the situation and prevent further incidents.
