Nayagarh: A hardcore criminal wanted in several criminal cases was nabbed following a brief encounter near Bapujipali hills under Ranpur police limits in Nayagarh district Saturday. He was identified as Rabi Dora.
Dora sustained bullet injuries during the encounter and was admitted to Nayagarh district headquarters hospital. After preliminary treatment, he was shifted to Cuttack-based SCB Medical College and Hospital for further treatment as his condition worsened.
Meanwhile, Ranpur IIC Girija Rath also was hurt in the exchange of fire.
Acting on a tip-off, a team led by Ranpur IIC raided a hideout where Dora was seeking shelter. Sensing the movement of police, Dora first opened fire and tried to escape. However, the police retaliated back and shot at Dora while he was trying to escape on his bike.
Dora sustained bullet injuries on his right leg and fell down on the spot after which he was nabbed. It was revealed that Dora was involved in the Sunakhala bombing incident that took place a couple of months back.
“He will be produced in court after his condition gets well,” Nayagarh SP said.