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Crime
Armed suspect in Bhagalpur pushes police officer, jumps into river to flee; video goes viral
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🗓 27 Sep 2026, 06:01 PM
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A man armed with a pistol was apprehended in Bhagalpur, Bihar, after he shoved a police officer and leapt into the Ganga River to escape, with the incident captured on video that quickly spread online.
Police in Bhagalpur, Bihar, intercepted a suspect who was carrying a pistol during a routine patrol. When officers attempted to detain him, the man forcefully pushed a constable and ran towards the banks of the Ganga River.
In a desperate bid to evade arrest, the armed suspect dived into the river, prompting officers to launch a coordinated chase along the waterway. Local residents and bystanders recorded the dramatic escape, and the footage was uploaded to social media platforms within minutes.
Authorities later recovered the weapon and launched a search operation to locate the fugitive. The police department confirmed that the incident is under investigation and that additional security measures are being considered for riverine patrols in the region.
The video, which shows the suspect's push and subsequent plunge, has amassed thousands of views, sparking discussions about police safety and the challenges of handling armed offenders in crowded urban settings.
The Bhagalpur police have appealed for any witnesses to come forward with information that could aid in apprehending the individual and have assured the public that the investigation will be thorough.
In a desperate bid to evade arrest, the armed suspect dived into the river, prompting officers to launch a coordinated chase along the waterway. Local residents and bystanders recorded the dramatic escape, and the footage was uploaded to social media platforms within minutes.
Authorities later recovered the weapon and launched a search operation to locate the fugitive. The police department confirmed that the incident is under investigation and that additional security measures are being considered for riverine patrols in the region.
The video, which shows the suspect's push and subsequent plunge, has amassed thousands of views, sparking discussions about police safety and the challenges of handling armed offenders in crowded urban settings.
The Bhagalpur police have appealed for any witnesses to come forward with information that could aid in apprehending the individual and have assured the public that the investigation will be thorough.