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Accused Cop-Shooter Killed in West Bengal Police Encounter
TL;DR
- A fugitive history-sheeter died in a police shootout in Birbhum district.
- The suspect had previously injured a constable during a November 13 arrest attempt.
- This marks the fifth police encounter in the state since the BJP took power six months ago.
- The Chief Minister defended the police response, stating criminals have no place in the state.
A fugitive accused of shooting a police constable in West Bengal's Birbhum district was killed during an exchange of gunfire with law enforcement on Sunday.
The suspect, identified as Ratan Sheikh, opened fire on a police team attempting to capture him at a brick kiln in Nanoor.
Sheikh had been on the run since allegedly wounding constable Biswajit Das in the leg on November 13 during a previous apprehension attempt in Santiniketan.
Authorities noted this marks the fifth police encounter in the state over the six-month period since the BJP assumed power.
Addressing reporters regarding the incident, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari defended the use of force, questioning whether law enforcement should greet attackers with sweets, and stated that criminals have no place in the state.
Why It Matters
This event highlights significant law enforcement and political developments in West Bengal, reflecting shifting approaches to crime and security under the current state administration.
Nov 15, 2026 · Updated 11/15/2026, 2:13:37 PM · Reported with: The Hindu, Times of India
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