Rape and Murder Accused Killed in Police Firing During Arrest Operation in North Bengal

Rape and Murder Accused Killed in Police Firing During Arrest Operation in North Bengal

A man accused of raping and murdering a 12-year-old girl was killed in an exchange of fire with police in the Raiganj area of Uttar Dinajpur district on Sunday night, officials said.

The accused, identified as Dilip Roy, allegedly opened fire at a police team that had reached the Gouri Gram Panchayat area to arrest him following a tip-off about his whereabouts. Police retaliated, and Roy sustained bullet injuries during the exchange of fire.

He was immediately taken to Raiganj Medical College and Hospital, where doctors declared him dead. According to officials, one of the bullets allegedly fired by Roy struck the tyre of a police vehicle as he attempted to flee from the spot.

Meanwhile, the body of the 12-year-old girl was reportedly recovered from a forested area near the Kulik River four days ago. The incident had triggered concern in the area.

Further investigation into the case is underway.