Patna’s law enforcement struck a decisive blow against organized crime early Wednesday when wanted gangster Prahlad Kumar was injured during an intense police encounter. The high-stakes showdown took place in the heart of Kankarbagh, highlighting ongoing efforts to reclaim the city from criminal elements.
Prahlad Kumar, a name synonymous with violent robberies and gang warfare, had been evading capture for over two years. His latest hideout was raided based on credible tips from undercover informants. As officers closed in, the 35-year-old suspect unleashed a barrage of bullets, wounding one constable in the arm before being neutralized.
The recovery of illegal firearms and cash from Kumar’s escape vehicle has bolstered police claims of disrupting a major arms smuggling racket. Forensic teams scoured the scene for clues, while locals gathered to witness the aftermath.
‘We’ve been living in fear because of these goons,’ remarked shopkeeper Manoj Singh. ‘Finally, some justice.’
Senior officials commended the tactical precision of the operation, which lasted less than 15 minutes. Prahlad, now recuperating under heavy guard at PMCH, faces charges under multiple IPC sections including attempt to murder and illegal possession of weapons.
This encounter underscores a broader crackdown in Bihar, where police have intensified patrols and surveillance following a spike in daylight crimes. With Kumar’s interrogation underway, authorities anticipate vital leads that could dismantle interconnected crime families operating across state borders. Patna breathes a little easier today, but the war on crime rages on.
