Noida encounter: 2 murder accused shot, 2 minors held in Sector-63 case
Synopsis
A late-night police operation in Noida ended in an encounter that left two murder suspects with gunshot injuries and two juveniles in custody. The case stems from the knife-attack killing of 20-year-old Deepak over a monetary dispute — and the recovery of three illegal pistols signals a deeper criminal network under investigation.
Key Takeaways
Two accused in the murder of Deepak (20) were injured in a police encounter on Sunday night in Noida .
The victim was stabbed over a monetary dispute on 17 May near Sector-63 and later died in hospital.
Injured accused identified as Aman and Sandeep Kumar , both residents of Bulandshahr , living in Chotpur Colony .
Two minors were detained during a subsequent combing operation.
Police recovered three illegal country-made pistols , six cartridges , a knife, and two motorcycles from the accused.
Section 103(1) BNS (murder) was added to the FIR following Deepak's death.
Two accused in the murder of a 20-year-old youth in Noida were injured in a police encounter on Sunday night, while two other suspects — both minors — were detained during a subsequent combing operation, police said. The operation, conducted by the Sector-63 Police Station team in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, marks a significant breakthrough in the case registered following the death of Deepak, son of Suraj Singh, a resident of Chotpur Colony.
Background: The Murder That Triggered the Operation
On 17 May, Deepak, aged 20, was allegedly attacked with knives by a group of youths over a monetary dispute near Sector-63. He was rushed to hospital in critical condition and later succumbed to his injuries. A case was immediately registered at Sector-63 Police Station, and following his death, Section 103(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) — pertaining to murder — was added to the charges.
How the Encounter Unfolded
During a late-night checking drive on the green belt service road between the Bahalolpur underpass and FNG Road, police spotted four youths riding two motorcycles approaching the area. When signalled to stop, the accused allegedly turned their motorcycles and attempted to flee. Police gave chase, and according to officials, when the accused realised they were surrounded, they allegedly opened fire on the police team with the intention to kill. Officers retaliated in self-defence, during which two accused sustained gunshot injuries.
Accused Identified, Weapons Recovered
The two injured accused have been identified as Aman, son of Veer Singh, a resident of Bulandshahr, and Sandeep Kumar, son of Sanjay Singh, also of Bulandshahr. Both were reportedly living as tenants in Chotpur Colony at the time of their arrest. They were admitted to hospital for treatment following the encounter.
From the possession of the accused, police recovered three illegal country-made pistols, two empty cartridges, four live cartridges, one knife, and two motorcycles allegedly used in the commission of the crime.
Minors Detained, Investigation Ongoing
The two remaining suspects were found to be juveniles in conflict with the law and were taken into custody during the combing operation that followed the encounter. Police officials confirmed that further investigation is underway and that efforts are being made to establish the criminal history of all the accused. This case reflects a pattern of youth-on-youth violence over financial disputes in the Noida region, with authorities under pressure to act swiftly given the victim's age and the number of suspects involved.
Point of View
Two of them minors, raises uncomfortable questions about juvenile recruitment into criminal networks in Noida's peripheral colonies. The recovery of three illegal firearms from a group linked to what began as a monetary dispute suggests the violence was not spontaneous. Investigators will need to establish whether this was an organised gang or a localised dispute that escalated — a distinction that matters for both prosecution and prevention.
NationPress
5 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened in the Noida police encounter on 19 May 2025?
Noida police shot and injured two accused in the murder of 20-year-old Deepak during a late-night operation near the Bahalolpur underpass on Sunday. The accused allegedly opened fire on police first; officers retaliated in self-defence. Two juvenile suspects were also detained in the same operation.
Who was Deepak and how was he killed?
Deepak, aged 20, son of Suraj Singh and a resident of Chotpur Colony in Noida, was attacked with knives by a group of youths on 17 May over a monetary dispute. He was hospitalised in critical condition and later died, after which Section 103(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita — the murder provision — was added to the FIR.
Who are the accused injured in the encounter?
The two injured accused are Aman, son of Veer Singh, and Sandeep Kumar, son of Sanjay Singh — both residents of Bulandshahr who were reportedly living as tenants in Chotpur Colony. Both were admitted to hospital after sustaining gunshot injuries.
What weapons were recovered from the accused?
Police recovered three illegal country-made pistols, two empty cartridges, four live cartridges, one knife, and two motorcycles allegedly used in the commission of the crime from the possession of the accused.
What is the current status of the investigation?
Police confirmed the investigation is ongoing. Efforts are underway to establish the criminal history of all accused. The two juvenile suspects are in custody, while the two injured adults are under police guard at hospital.
