State vs. Sambhari and others — Bahraich encounter case

An encounter occurred between the police and a group of individuals in the Khairighat police station area of Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh. One individual identified as history-sheeter Sambhari sustained a leg injury during the exchange of fire, and three other suspects were arrested, while two others reportedly absconded.

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Arrest19 Oct 2026

Police-history-sheeter encounter in Bahraich: One shot in the leg, three arrested; two criminals absconding.

Bahraich police encounter at Nanpara-Khairighat road, history-sheeter injured, three criminals arrested, latest updates. An encounter took place between police and criminals in the Khairighat police station area of Bahraich. In the police's retaliatory action, history-sheeter Sambhari was injured after being shot in the leg.

Explanation in simple terms

What:: Police shot one person in the leg and arrested three individuals after an encounter.
Who:: The State acts as the prosecutor, the Khairighat Police Station is the law enforcement agency, and the suspects are the accused.
When:: Reported on 19 Oct 2026.
Where:: Khairighat Police Station, Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh.
What it means:: The case now involves three arrested people in police custody, while two other accused remain at large.

Dainik Bhaskar

Arrest19 Oct 2026

Fierce encounter between criminals and police in Bahraich, UP; history-sheeter shot, three arrested.

Encounter in Bahraich: In this encounter, police recovered one country-made pistol, one spent cartridge, one live cartridge, an Ertiga car, and yellow and white metal from the spot.

Explanation in simple terms

What:: Police arrested three people following a violent confrontation.
Who:: The police and three accused individuals, including a person with a criminal record.
When:: Reported on 19 Oct 2026.
Where:: Khairighat Police Station, Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh.
Why:: The police engaged in a fierce encounter with criminals.
What it means:: The three arrested individuals are now in police custody for the investigation.

Amar Ujala

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Police-history-sheeter encounter in Bahraich: One shot in the leg, three arrested; two criminals absconding.

Fierce encounter between criminals and police in Bahraich, UP; history-sheeter shot, three arrested.

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