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Youth arrested in Lucknow after fatal encounter over partner's death
A 22-year-old man was apprehended in Lucknow following a police encounter in which he allegedly opened fire on officers. He is accused of killing his 32-year-old live-in partner.
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Police in Lucknow arrested a 22-year-old man identified as Bhola Rajput after an armed confrontation during which he allegedly fired at a law enforcement team attempting to detain him. The arrest came as investigators pursued him in connection with the death of his live-in partner, Radha, 32.
According to police accounts, Rajput opened fire on the officers who were trying to apprehend him, prompting a response from the team. He was subsequently taken into custody following the encounter.
The circumstances surrounding Radha's death remain under investigation. Police have registered a case against Rajput and are gathering evidence to establish the sequence of events leading to the incident.
The case has drawn attention to domestic violence issues in the state. Authorities said further details would be disclosed as the investigation progresses.