Bareilly police arrest rape suspect after encounter

Bareilly police have arrested a suspect involved in the rape of a minor following an encounter. During the confrontation in the Nawabganj area, the accused, identified as Vimlesh Kumar, allegedly opened fire on the police. In response, officers returned fire, resulting in a gunshot wound to the suspect's left leg.

Authorities recovered a .315 bore pistol and two cartridges from the suspect. Kumar, a resident of Pandri village, has reportedly confessed to the crime, stating he committed the act alongside an accomplice. Police are currently searching for the second suspect. Kumar has a prior criminal record involving harassment charges.