Bijnor Police Arrest Key Accused in Elderly Woman's Murder After Encounter
In a significant development in Bijnor's Sherkot police station area, a key accused involved in the robbery and murder of a 70-year-old woman was arrested on Sunday following a police encounter. The suspect, identified as Zeeshan, sustained a bullet injury to his leg during the incident and is currently undergoing medical treatment at a local hospital.
Discovery of the Crime and Initial Investigation
The case first came to light on Saturday when the body of Kashmiri Devi, a resident of Kalagarh, was discovered near the Afzalgarh–Sherkot highway. Police officials noted serious injuries on her face, prompting an immediate investigation. Authorities began checking CCTV footage and conducting surveillance operations to gather evidence and identify potential suspects.
Investigations revealed that Kashmiri Devi had traveled to Dhampur to purchase medicines. While returning home, she accepted a lift from Zeeshan on his motorcycle. According to police reports, Zeeshan allegedly took her to an isolated location, where he robbed her and fatally attacked her with a stone before fleeing the scene.
Technical Evidence and Identification of the Accused
Technical evidence played a crucial role in the investigation, helping police identify Zeeshan as a resident of Nondha village in the Nahtaur area. This breakthrough allowed law enforcement to focus their efforts on locating and apprehending the suspect.
Police Encounter and Arrest
When police took Zeeshan to the crime scene to recover the weapon used in the attack, the situation escalated. After retrieving a country-made pistol, Zeeshan opened fire at the police team. In response, police fired in self-defense, injuring him in the leg before successfully arresting him.
Recovery of Evidence
Following the arrest, police recovered several key pieces of evidence, including:
- The deceased's mobile phone
- Rs 2,000 in cash
- A country-made pistol and cartridges
- The stone used in the crime
- The motorcycle involved in the incident
SP (East) AK Srivastava confirmed that all recovered items have been secured as evidence and that further legal proceedings are currently underway. The police are continuing their investigation to ensure all aspects of the case are thoroughly examined.
This incident highlights the ongoing efforts by Bijnor police to address serious crimes in the region and bring perpetrators to justice through coordinated investigative work and prompt action.
