Patna Marine Drive Encounter turned dramatic on Sunday morning when police clashed with wanted criminal Amit Kumar near Marine Drive in Patna. Acting on a tip-off, officers reached the spot after learning that he was planning a major crime. The Patna Marine Drive Encounter began when police tried to stop him.
Amit allegedly opened fire at the police team. Officers responded immediately in self-defence. A bullet hit Amit in the leg during the exchange. Police overpowered him and took him into custody. He was later admitted to a government hospital for treatment.
Police said Amit has a long criminal history. He is linked to a jailed gangster’s network and was planning to target a person during a court appearance.
Senior officers said the swift action prevented a serious incident and showed strong policing in the city.
