Ghaziabad police arrest two suspects following shootout

Police in the Sihani Gate area of Ghaziabad arrested two suspects, identified as Gaurav and Vivek, following an encounter on Friday night. The suspects, who are allegedly involved in multiple cases of fraud and snatching across the National Capital Region (NCR), were shot in the legs during retaliatory firing by the police.

According to ACP Ziauddin Ahmed, the encounter occurred near DPS School on Meerut Road after police received a tip-off regarding the suspects' movements. When officers attempted to stop the suspects on a scooter, the individuals allegedly opened fire on the police team. In self-defense, officers returned fire, resulting in injuries to both men.

Authorities recovered two pistols, cartridges, and the scooter used in the crimes. Both suspects are currently receiving medical treatment at a hospital, and police are continuing their investigation into their criminal history.