US EditionBareilly Violence: 2 'Outsiders' with Criminal History Nabbed After Gunfight with Police
Idris and Iqbal were arrested after firing at police during Bareilly riots; police recovered pistols and an anti-riot gun, SSP said the accused have multiple criminal cases.
- On Wednesday, October 1, 2025, police apprehended two men, Idris and Iqbal, during a shootout near CB Ganj in Bareilly.
- The arrests came after violent confrontations on September 26, which followed the cancellation of a planned demonstration organized by Mr. Khan in response to the controversy surrounding the 'I Love Muhammad' poster.
- Idris and Iqbal fired at police, were hit by bullets in their legs, took an anti-riot gun, and had multiple criminal cases including theft and Arms Act violations.
- SSP Arya said, “No one is above the law,” and confirmed recovery of a government-issued anti-riot gun and two illegal pistols from the accused.
- Authorities are continuing a thorough investigation involving over 70 arrests, seizing properties worth ₹150 crore, and vow strict action to restore order in Bareilly.
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'I Love Muhammad' Row: 2 'Outsiders' With Criminal History Arrested After Encounter
Two persons allegedly involved in the September 26 violence in Bareilly were arrested following an encounter in CB Ganj area on Wednesday, police said, as the crackdown continued on suspected rioters and its support providers.
Bareilly violence: Two men with criminal history arrested after police encounter
Bareilly (UP), Oct 1 (PTI) Two persons allegedly involved in the September 26 violence in Bareilly were arrested following an encounter in CB Ganj area on Wednesday, police said. Both the men sustained bullet injuries and are currently under treatment in police custody, a senior officer said. Idrees and Iqbal, originally residents of neighbouring Shahjahanpur […]
Bareilly Violence: Encounter Leads To Arrest Of Two Accused, SP Gun Seized, Multiple Arrests Continue
In a major development in the Bareilly violence case, two key accused were apprehended after an encounter with the police. During the operation, these suspects opened fire on the authorities, prompting return fire in which one of them sustained a leg injury. Both individuals, now in police custody, were initially treated medically before being formally arrested. Authorities also recovered a gun belonging to the SP City, which had been in possess…
'I Love Muhammad' row: Police arrest two men after encounter in Bareilly, recover two pistols
Police on Wednesday arrested two suspects – named Idris and Iqbal - during an encounter in Bareilly. The encounter broke out near CB Ganj in Bareilly. Police recovered two pistols from Idris and Iqbal. Both were hit by bullets during encounter During the encounter, both were hit by bullets in their legs. It should be noted that Idris and Iqbal were accused of firing at the police team on the day of the violence near the police station. During th…
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