End of terror: Furkan, accused of driving Hindus out of Kairana, killed in encounter

End of terror: Furkan, accused of driving Hindus out of Kairana, killed in encounter

Furkan, a wanted criminal carrying a reward of ₹1 lakh and linked to the Kairana exodus case, was shot dead in a police encounter in the Jhinjhana area of ​​Shamli. According to the police, Furkan was an active member of the notorious Mukeem Kala gang and was wanted in connection with approximately 30 serious cases, including murder, extortion, and robbery. During the encounter, Furkan opened fire on the police using a carbine and a pistol, injuring a constable. He was killed in retaliatory fire, while an accomplice managed to escape. The police have recovered weapons and ammunition from the scene and have intensified the search for the absconding suspect.