New Delhi, October 25 — An encounter took place between Delhi Police and a suspected criminal in the Maidan Garhi area of the national capital on Sunday morning, during which the accused was shot in the leg and apprehended, officials said. Two illegal weapons were recovered from his possession.

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According to officials, police had received information that the man was allegedly planning to carry out a robbery in the area. Acting on the tip-off, a police team laid a trap to intercept him. At around 6.30 a.m., officers signalled the suspect, who was travelling on a motorcycle, to stop for checking.

Source: Nation Press

Officials said that instead of complying, the accused allegedly opened fire on the police team after finding himself cornered. Police retaliated, and during the exchange of fire the suspect sustained a bullet injury to his leg before being overpowered and apprehended. All firing claims are as stated by police; the allegations against the accused are yet to be tested in court.

Police identified the injured accused as 'Swan', also known as 'Sawan' and 'Muchhad Mama'. Officials said he is allegedly involved in several criminal cases, including murder and robbery, and that Uttar Pradesh Police had announced a reward of Rs 1 lakh for information leading to his arrest.

Police said legal proceedings are underway and further details are awaited.