Overview
- Sonu Pasi, alias Bhure, was intercepted near Sonouli Mohammadpur Bandha and killed in retaliatory police firing after he opened fire on officers.
- Pasi had a 23-year criminal history with 53 cases, including murder, robbery, extortion, and violations under the Arms Act and Gangster Act.
- The operation was carried out by a joint team from the Special Operations Group (SOG) and local police, following a tip-off received on May 19.
- Police recovered a .32 bore pistol, a .315 bore country-made gun, and ammunition; a bullet fired by Pasi hit an officer's bulletproof jacket but caused no injuries.
- Three of Pasi’s associates were previously injured and arrested in police encounters earlier this month, with investigations continuing into his broader network.