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Murder suspect wounded in police encounter in Karnataka
Police in Vijayapura, Karnataka opened fire on a murder accused after he allegedly discharged a country-made pistol and resisted arrest. The suspect, identified as Sameer Mulla, is the prime accused in the murder of Yaseen Zuberi.
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Law enforcement officials in Vijayapura initiated gunfire during an apprehension operation on Wednesday after the suspect allegedly drew a weapon on the police team. Sameer Mulla, who is being pursued in connection with the murder of Yaseen Zuberi, reportedly opened fire with a country-made pistol as officers moved to detain him.
According to police accounts, Mulla attempted to flee the scene following the exchange of fire, prompting officers to shoot at him. The confrontation occurred as the Vijayapura police department moved to arrest the accused in the criminal case.
The condition of the suspect following the encounter remains unclear. The police have registered the incident as part of their ongoing investigation into Zuberi's death. Authorities have not yet disclosed additional details regarding the circumstances leading to the fatal shooting or the current status of the accused.