Constable killed by bike-borne men in Jalaun, probe on

An eye-witness, who works as a guard at a dhaba (food joint) on the National Highway, said that the constable was patrolling on foot during which he noticed a few motorcycle riders who appeared suspicious

Updated on: May 10, 2023, 21:45:22 IST

By Haidar Naqvi

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KANPUR A 36-year-old police constable was killed by two unidentified motorcycle-borne assailants in Orai Jalaun late on Tuesday night. SP Jalaun Iraj Raja confirmed the death of constable Bhed Jeet Singh. The constable was killed with a sharp-edged weapon. “The cop had intercepted the bike-borne men during patrolling,” he added.

Four police teams have been formed to identify the criminals. (HT Photo)

An eye-witness, who works as a guard at a dhaba (food joint) on the National Highway, said that the constable was patrolling on foot when he noticed a few motorcycle riders who appeared suspicious. As the constable threw a flashlight at them to see their faces clearly, the riders abused the constable and sped in rage. Subsequently, the constable went after them on his motorcycle. He was unarmed.

Later, the cop’s body was found one kilometre away from his national highway post. According to forensic experts, the cop wrestled with the two accused before they killed him with a sharp weapon.

Police teams are now securing the CCTV footage to collect clues, said Raja. Meanwhile, eight police teams have been formed to identify the criminals. Special Task Force, Kanpur unit, is also looking into the case. ADG Kanpur zone Alok Singh, who is monitoring the operations in Jalaun, said, “We have got some important leads. The criminals involved in murder will be arrested soon.”

The constable was earlier in the Army. He joined the UP Police after taking voluntary retirement in 2019. He had been serving in Jalaun for the last three years. The criminals, according to officials, are locals and could be parts of gangs involved in theft and robberies in the factory area.

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Haidar Naqvi
Haidar Naqvi is an Assistant Editor with the Hindustan Times in Kanpur and has been with the newspaper since May 1997, after beginning his journalism career with The Times of India. Over more than three decades, he has reported on terrorism, internal security, politics, governance and public affairs, with a particular focus on the changing nature of extremist movements in India.From 2008 to 2011, Haidar was part of the Hindustan Times National Reporting Team, contributing to coverage of some of the country's most significant security stories. He was among the reporters who covered the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks as they unfolded and continued reporting on the investigation that exposed the conspiracy behind them.His reporting has followed the rise and evolution of the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI), the Indian Mujahideen and India's counter-terrorism response, alongside extensive coverage of organised crime and the underworld. He has also reported on Indian Mujahideen serial blasts, the Maoist insurgency, communal riots, parliamentary and assembly elections, and major political developments. Over the years, he has interviewed political leaders, senior police officers, intelligence officials and policymakers, while reporting from communities affected by violence, conflict and public policy.Beyond national security, Haidar has covered politics, minority affairs, governance, wildlife and human-interest stories across Central Uttar Pradesh and Bundelkhand. A recipient of the coveted Hindustan Times' Star Award, he brings historical perspective, field experience and institutional knowledge to reporting on the intersection of security, governance and society.Read More