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Madhya Pradesh Police intensify manhunt for driver in officer hit-and-run case
Authorities in Madhya Pradesh have expanded their search across the state for a driver accused of running over a police officer. The investigation has also widened to pursue three other suspects linked to an interstate liquor smuggling operation.
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Police in Madhya Pradesh are conducting a multi-pronged search across the state for a driver accused of striking down a police officer, with the case now intersecting with an investigation into illegal alcohol trafficking.
Special Director General Upendra Jain confirmed that apprehending the absconding driver remains a critical priority for law enforcement. However, investigative teams have simultaneously intensified efforts to locate three other individuals suspected of involvement in an interstate illicit liquor racket.
The dual focus reflects the complexity of the case, which has evolved beyond an initial hit-and-run incident into a broader criminal investigation. Police teams have been deployed across district boundaries to track down the suspects.
The search operation underscores challenges faced by state police in pursuing cases that span multiple jurisdictions and involve coordinated criminal activities. Authorities have not disclosed additional details regarding the sequence of events or the connection between the officer's injury and the liquor smuggling network under investigation.
The case remains active with ongoing coordination between various police units across Madhya Pradesh.