Two men killed in separate police encounters across West Bengal

Police in West Bengal reported two fatal encounters within a 24-hour period as officers responded to armed resistance during separate apprehension operations. In both instances, the deceased individuals were accused of involvement in criminal cases currently under investigation.

According to police accounts, the fatal shootings occurred after the accused allegedly resisted arrest and attempted to wrest weapons from the officers. The exact circumstances surrounding each encounter, including the nature of the accusations and locations of the incidents, remained under official review.

The incidents add to a growing tally of police encounters in the state, a controversial law enforcement practice that has drawn scrutiny from civil liberties organizations. West Bengal police officials have maintained that such encounters occur only in circumstances where officers face threats to their safety.

Investigations into both incidents are ongoing. Police have submitted reports to relevant authorities detailing the circumstances that led to the deployment of firearms during the two separate operations.