Robber in Disguise Busted After Highway Shootout

A notorious criminal who disguised himself as a woman to commit highway robberies has been arrested in Uttar Pradesh's Sonbhadra district. The arrest occurred on Wednesday morning following an encounter with Kon police, who had a Rs 10,000 reward out for his capture. Police were tipped off about criminals posing as women near the Kanhar River bridge, leading to a raid where the suspects attempted to flee and opened fire.

During the exchange of gunfire, the suspect, identified as Krishna alias Krishnadev Singh, sustained a bullet injury to the leg. His accomplice managed to escape. Singh, a resident of Naudiha, has confessed to his criminal activities. He revealed that he and his associates would stop vehicles on highways and main roads while disguised as women. They would then lure drivers to secluded spots in the jungle or deserted areas before robbing them of cash and valuables at gunpoint.

Authorities recovered an illegal 315 bore pistol and ammunition from Singh's possession. The injured suspect was taken to the government hospital for treatment. A case has been registered against him under relevant sections of the law, including the Arms Act. The police are continuing their efforts to apprehend the escaped accomplice.