New Delhi, March 12 The Delhi Police arrested two alleged shooters linked to the Gogi gang on Thursday after a brief exchange of fire in the Narela industrial area of outer north Delhi, officials said.
The encounter took place around 4 pm when a police team laid a trap following specific information about the movement of a wanted criminal.
According to officials, the accused, Akshay Panchal, also known as "Taxi," reached the spot on a motorcycle with his associate, Mayank, and a minor. When the police team tried to intercept them, Akshay and Mayank allegedly opened fire.
Police retaliated in self-defense, leading to a shootout in which Akshay Panchal sustained a bullet injury in his leg, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Outer North) Hareshwar Swami said.
Panchal was subsequently apprehended and taken to a hospital for treatment. The police said he was wanted in a criminal case and had been on the run.
Both the arrested accused have multiple criminal cases registered against them and are suspected to be involved in various extortion and firing incidents.
During the operation, the police recovered firearms, cartridges, and the motorcycle used by the accused, they said, adding that further legal proceedings are underway.
