UP STF Reaches 50 Encounter Deaths with Killing of Robbery Suspect
Anuj Pratap Singh, wanted in a high-profile bullion robbery, was shot dead in an exchange of fire in Unnao.
- Anuj Pratap Singh, involved in a ₹1.5 crore jewellery robbery, was killed by the Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) in Unnao.
- Singh's death marks the 50th encounter killing by the STF since the Yogi Adityanath government took office 7.5 years ago.
- The STF recovered silver jewellery, weapons, and a motorcycle from the scene; Singh's accomplice managed to escape.
- Political leaders, including Akhilesh Yadav, have criticized the encounter, suggesting it may be part of a larger political strategy.
- The robbery gang, consisting of five members, has seen two key figures killed in STF encounters, with several suspects still at large.