Violent Clashes in Bihar: Police Officers Injured in Sand Mining Crackdown
In Bihar's Jamui district, a police team was attacked while cracking down on illegal sand mining. Four policemen, including sub-inspector Pankaj Kumar, were injured. Three arrests were made, and additional forces managed to control the situation. The injured are stable and an investigation is ongoing.
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In Bihar's Jamui district, violence erupted when a police team was attacked during a crackdown on illegal sand mining, leaving four officers injured, including sub-inspector Pankaj Kumar, according to police reports.
The attack occurred in the Guguldih area as Kumar led a team to investigate illegal sand mining activities. The assailants, involved in mining and local villagers, injured Kumar and three constables before additional forces were called to control the situation.
The injured officers were treated at a nearby government hospital and are reported to be in stable condition. An ongoing investigation has led to the arrest of three individuals, with a manhunt launched for remaining suspects. This incident adds to the series of violent confrontations faced by police and mining officials in Bihar.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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