UP Rapist With ₹25000 Bounty Killed In Shootout With Meerut Police
Shehzad, a notorious criminal with over 15 cases including rape of minors, loot, and attempt to murder, was killed in a police encounter in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. Wanted with a ₹25,000 bounty, he fired at officers when cornered in Sarurpur police limits, prompting police to return fire and kill him instantly. Previously jailed for a similar crime, he committed another offense after release. No police were injured. Illegal weapons were recovered. The encounter is part of UP’s Mission Shakti 5.0 focused on women's safety.