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Dramatic Turn of Events: Escaped Inmate Killed in Police Encounter at Central Jail, Silchar

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Dramatic Turn of Events: Escaped Inmate Killed in Police Encounter at Central Jail, Silchar
Police Confrontation Claims Life of Escaped Prisoner from Central Jail, Silchar.

SILCHAR, 11 July 2023: In a surprising twist of events, news has emerged that one of the two inmates who made a daring escape from Central Jail, Silchar, on May 11 has met his demise in a confrontation with the police. The escapee in question, Hifjur Rahman, had been serving a life sentence for murder charges.

According to reliable sources, Rahman was tracked down near the Assam-Meghalaya inter-state border. During the process of apprehending him, he reportedly launched an attack on the police officers, causing an injury to one of them. In response to this imminent threat, the police were compelled to use their firearms, resulting in Rahman sustaining injuries.

Promptly following the incident, Rahman was swiftly transported to Silchar Medical College and Hospital to receive urgent medical attention. Unfortunately, sources from the hospital have confirmed that he succumbed to his injuries while undergoing treatment. Meanwhile, the injured police officer is currently receiving medical care in the Department of Surgery at the same medical facility.

It is important to highlight that the escape of the two murder convicts from Central Jail Silchar led to the immediate suspension of three jail officials, including the jailor. This incident has raised serious concerns regarding the adequacy of the security measures implemented within the prison premises.

The encounter between the law enforcement authorities and the escaped convict sheds light on the challenges faced by the police when dealing with such precarious situations. Ensuring public safety is a paramount responsibility bestowed upon the police, and they are authorized to employ necessary force to safeguard themselves and others when confronted with armed and dangerous individuals.

As the investigation into the incident is currently underway, additional details regarding the encounter are eagerly awaited. The authorities remain committed to their ongoing efforts in guaranteeing the safety and security of the general public, while simultaneously addressing the lapses that allowed the escape to occur in the first place.