Mukhtar Ansari’s shooter Anuj Kanaujia killed in UP STF encounter in Jharkhand

In a significant breakthrough in opposition to the mafia community of the late Mukhtar Ansari, Uttar Pradesh Particular Activity Pressure (UP STF) and Jharkhand Police gunned down his sharpshooter, Anuj Kanojia, in an encounter in Jamshedpur. Kanojia, who carried a bounty of Rs 2.5 lakh, was killed after a fierce alternate of fireside, with practically 20 rounds fired throughout the operation.

Encounter coincides with Mukhtar Ansari’s demise anniversary

The encounter came about precisely a yr after Mukhtar Ansari’s demise, marking a major achievement for regulation enforcement companies. Officers have termed it a robust warning to different operatives linked to Ansari’s felony syndicate.

Who was Anuj Kanojia?

Anuj Kanojia had been on the run for 5 years and was thought of certainly one of Mukhtar Ansari’s most trusted sharpshooters. Initially from Mau, Kanojia was wished in over two dozen circumstances, together with homicide and extortion, throughout Mau and Ghazipur. Initially, a bounty of Rs 1 lakh was positioned on him, which was later elevated to Rs 2.5 lakh on account of his extended evasion.

Police crackdown on Kanojia’s community

In a bid to stress Kanojia, authorities had earlier demolished his home in Azamgarh utilizing a bulldozer. A number of of his relations had been additionally arrested below the Gangster Act.

Joint operation ends a protracted manhunt

After years of pursuit, the UP STF and Jharkhand Police efficiently eradicated Kanojia in the encounter, reinforcing the state’s stance in opposition to organised crime. Police officers have reiterated that no member of Mukhtar Ansari’s felony community shall be spared, and crackdowns will proceed in the approaching days.