Sonu Matka Encounter : Delhi Police’s most wanted criminal and a ₹50,000 rewardee, Sonu Matka, was killed in an encounter. The joint operation was carried out by the Meerut unit of UP STF and the Special Branch of Delhi Police.Recent Murder of a Business man Just a few days before, Sonu Matka had come out in public and butchered a businessman, spreading fear in the region.
The previous month, in October, was a double murder, so his criminal record was constantly on the rise. This man had become a problem for both Delhi and UP police forces.Acting on a tip-off, the UP STF and Delhi Police’s Special Branch launched a joint operation in Meerut. During the encounter, Sonu Matka opened fire on the police, but he was critically injured in the retaliatory firing. He was rushed to a hospital where doctors declared him dead.
This man had become a problem for both Delhi and UP police forces.Acting on a tip-off, the UP STF and Delhi Police’s Special Branch launched a joint operation in Meerut. During the encounter, Sonu Matka opened fire on the police, but he was critically injured in the retaliatory firing. He was rushed to a hospital where doctors declared him dead
A Long Criminal History
Sonu Matka was a hardened criminal who committed murder, robbery, and extortion for years. Delhi Police had announced a ₹50,000 reward for his capture.
Big Achievement for Police
The encounter is being treated as a major success for law enforcement agencies. Officials from UP STF and Delhi Police said that the elimination of Sonu Matka is a major step towards the maintenance of law and order.
Relief Among Locals
In Meerut and other areas, it has brought relief after listening to the news of Sonu Matka’s encounter. The police assured that such operations would continue in the future with criminals.
Senior officials have formed a team to investigate the encounter meticulously and look into all details of the incident.
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