Dewas Police encounter two suspects in TI Dilip Puri murder case

Police in Dewas, Madhya Pradesh, have apprehended two suspects involved in the murder of Khategaon Station House Officer (TI) Dilip Puri during two separate encounters. The suspects, identified as driver Gajendra alias Akku Rathore and cleaner Dheeraj, were shot in their right legs during attempts to escape police custody.

The first encounter occurred while a Special Investigation Team (SIT) was transporting the main accused, Gajendra, from Alirajpur to Khategaon. According to police, a vehicle tire puncture forced the team to stop near Rajoda and Barotha. During this time, Gajendra allegedly attempted to snatch an Assistant Sub-Inspector’s service revolver and opened fire. Police returned fire in self-defense, wounding the suspect.

The second encounter took place in the BNP police station area involving the co-accused, Dheeraj. Authorities report that Dheeraj also attempted to flee custody and tried to seize a weapon from a police officer. He was shot in the leg during the confrontation. Both suspects have been referred to a hospital in Indore for medical treatment.