Patna woke up to headlines of a high-stakes police encounter that neutralized one of Bihar’s most wanted criminals. Rajiv Kumar, better known as Surya Don, was gunned down in a leg injury during a fierce exchange of fire with law enforcement near Gandhi Setu.
The operation stemmed from credible intel about Surya Don’s intent to collect ‘rangedari’ or protection money from Gayghat’s boating community. Alamganj police, tipped off late at night, coordinated with STF for a watertight ambush.
Suspecting encirclement, the don unleashed a barrage of bullets at approaching officers. Police retaliated effectively, wounding him and seizing control. A foreign pistol and ammunition were confiscated, with forensics now analyzing the haul.
Surya Don’s rap sheet is chilling: involvement in up to 20 grave offenses ranging from heinous murders to armed robberies. SP East Parichay Kumar confirmed, ‘We’re verifying his role in every registered case to ensure no stone is left unturned.’
This takedown not only disrupts local extortion rackets but also boosts public confidence in Bihar’s law enforcement. As the gangster recuperates under guard, questions swirl about his accomplices and future plans. Stay tuned for updates as investigations intensify.