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Crime
Police Arrest Wanted Suspect in Sagar Liquor Poisoning Case
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bhopal
🗓 13 Sep 2026, 04:45 PM
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In a short‑encounter operation, police in Sagar arrested Shivanjay Rajput, a 30,000‑rupee wanted suspect, after he fired three shots at the team. The suspect was shot in the leg and a gun and cartridges were recovered.
Police in Sagar conducted a short‑encounter operation that led to the arrest of Shivanjay Rajput, who had been on a 30,000‑rupee reward list for his alleged involvement in the city’s liquor poisoning case. The suspect opened fire on the police team, firing three shots before being shot in the leg by the officers.
During the operation, the police recovered a firearm and ammunition from Rajput’s possession. The encounter took place in the vicinity of the Sagar city limits, where the suspect was apprehended and taken into custody.
The incident follows a series of incidents related to the distribution of poisoned liquor that has raised concerns among local authorities. The arrest is part of ongoing efforts to curb the illegal liquor trade in the region.
Chief Minister Yadav has issued a stern warning, stating that the culprits will not be spared at any cost. The arrest is expected to be a significant step in the crackdown on the illegal liquor network.
Police officials have confirmed that Rajput is being held on charges related to the poisoning incident and will be processed under the relevant sections of the law.
During the operation, the police recovered a firearm and ammunition from Rajput’s possession. The encounter took place in the vicinity of the Sagar city limits, where the suspect was apprehended and taken into custody.
The incident follows a series of incidents related to the distribution of poisoned liquor that has raised concerns among local authorities. The arrest is part of ongoing efforts to curb the illegal liquor trade in the region.
Chief Minister Yadav has issued a stern warning, stating that the culprits will not be spared at any cost. The arrest is expected to be a significant step in the crackdown on the illegal liquor network.
Police officials have confirmed that Rajput is being held on charges related to the poisoning incident and will be processed under the relevant sections of the law.