Dramatic Capture: The Fall of Valmiki Gang's Sharp Shooter

Pankaj, a skilled shooter from the notorious Valmiki gang, was arrested after a police encounter in Haridwar. The operation involved a joint team of police and the Special Task Force. Pankaj, who had escaped from jail months ago, was apprehended after sustaining a leg injury in the confrontation.

Pankaj, a sharp shooter affiliated with the infamous Valmiki gang, was successfully captured in Haridwar after evading authorities for months. The arrest followed a nighttime encounter where he engaged in a shootout with a combined police and Special Task Force team.

According to Haridwar's Senior Superintendent of Police Pramendra Singh Doval, the altercation transpired in the BHEL area during a routine check prompted by a tip-off. Pankaj fired upon the task force and was subsequently injured in the leg during a retaliatory exchange.

The police seized a 315-bore pistol, used and live cartridges from him. Pankaj, who previously escaped from jail with accomplice Ramkumar, faces multiple serious charges including murder. The swift action of the police team earned them a reward.

(With inputs from agencies.)