A man wanted in an investigation into the alleged rape of a child in Uttar Pradesh’s Lalitpur district was arrested after being shot in the leg during a police operation, Aaj Tak and Amar Ujala reported on October 3. Amar Ujala placed the operation late on Friday, October 2.
Both outlets reported that the suspect was taken to hospital. Police said they recovered a locally made firearm and ammunition. Amar Ujala relayed the police account that the suspect fired at officers and was injured when they returned fire. The reviewed reports do not independently establish how the shooting began.
Amar Ujala said police had registered a case and the child received medical attention. Identifying details are withheld. Neither report contained a court finding on the allegation or use of force. Arrest does not establish guilt.