Maoist Commander Killed in Jharkhand Encounter

A Maoist, identified as People's Liberation Front of India's area commander Lamboo, was killed in a police encounter in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district. The incident occurred in Tomrong village under Tebo police station limits. Police are gathering more details and conducting further investigations.

A Maoist commander associated with the People's Liberation Front of India was killed during a police encounter in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district on Saturday, according to a senior officer.

The confrontation occurred in Tomrong village, which falls under the jurisdiction of Tebo police station, the official elaborated.

The slain Maoist was identified as area commander Lamboo, stated SP Ashutosh Shekhar, adding that investigation details are still being compiled while additional police actions are in progress.

(With inputs from agencies.)