Police-Criminal Shootout Erupts in Bihar’s Maner

A scuffle between police and criminals occurred in the Maner area of Patna, Bihar, on March 21, 2025, early morning.

 The scuffle occurred when law enforcement officials were attempting to arrest a wanted criminal, Sonu Kumar, who is reported to be involved in various serious crimes.

According to police reports, the altercation began when Kumar and his team shot at a police team that was conducting a raid in the area. 

In the crossfire, Sonu Kumar was wounded and subsequently arrested by the police. He was taken directly to a nearby hospital for treatment.

The police were tailing Kumar in connection with a high-profile murder case, the Dahi Gope murder case, which had generated huge law and order issues in the area. A forensic science laboratory team was dispatched to the crime scene after the crime to gather evidence and conduct a thorough investigation.

Local police have intensified their search operations to locate other accomplices who fled during the encounter.

 Police officials have indicated that they are committed to ensuring that all the perpetrators of criminal activities are brought to book.

This episode is an indicator of consistent issues related to crime and policing in Bihar, wherein police officials frequently engage in shootouts with criminals who are well-armed. 

During ongoing probes, individuals are being appealed by their leadership to help the police maintain security and safety within the region.