police brutality

Third accused still on the run; accused had threatened to kill father before

Accused Aamir, with a history of murder and sexual assault, displayed a psychopathic mindset. His criminal activities escalated after a previous conviction for murder, leading to further charges including rape and an armed confrontation with police, highlighting a dangerous and unstable personality.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed confidence in the Trinamool Congress securing over 200 seats, dismissing exit polls as stock market manipulation. She vowed to reward TMC workers who faced alleged brutality from Central Armed Police Forces. Repolling in South 24 Parganas district saw significant voter turnout amidst tight security.

Ambedkar Nagar police reported that 19-year-old Aamir, the suspect in the murder of a woman and her four children, was killed in a police encounter. Officials stated Aamir opened fire when intercepted, leading to retaliatory firing where he sustained a fatal injury.

Opposition leaders in Uttarakhand decry a "complete collapse" of law and order following the alleged gang rape of a minor in Champawat. They highlight the involvement of a BJP official and demand swift justice, fast-track trials, and an impartial probe into alleged political protection for the accused. Congress criticizes police for alleged delays due to the BJP connection.