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Lavi Pal, the main accused in the case of kidnapping and ransom demand of comedian Sunil Pal and actor Mushtaq Khan, has been arrested by Bijnor police after an encounter. Police arrested the accused in injured condition when he was shot in the leg during the encounter. A reward of ₹25,000 was declared on Lavi Pal.
How was Lavi Pal caught?
An encounter took place between the police and Lavi Pal near Jain Farm located on Mandawar Road of Bijnor police station Kotwali city. The accused was injured in the encounter, who was immediately admitted to the district hospital by the police. Along with Lavi Pal, he also had another companion, who escaped after getting the opportunity.
What was recovered?
Police recovered the following items from the accused:
- ₹35,000 cash.
- .315 bore pistol.
- Cartridge.
Main accused: Mastermind of kidnapping and ransom
Lavi Pal is the main accused in the kidnapping and ransom case of actor Mushtaq Khan and comedian Sunil Pal. Police revealed that Lavi Pal was absconding for a long time.
Changing location during absconding
Lavi Pal’s location was changing again and again after the kidnapping. His activities:
- Sometimes Delhi.
- Sometimes Bulandshahr.
- Sometimes Uttarakhand.
However, recently the police got information about his activity in Bijnor, after which he was caught in an encounter today.
Search continues for Lavi Pal’s partner
During the encounter, one of his associates who was present with Lavi Pal escaped from the spot. The police is busy searching for him and it is expected that he will also be arrested soon.
Local administration response
Bijnor Police described this operation as a major success. SP Bijnor said, “Capturing Lavi Pal was our priority. This encounter is the result of swift efforts of the police and proper use of intelligence information.”