Dramatic Highway Firefight: Gangster Maxi's Confrontation with Police

Gangster Malkiat alias Maxi, connected to a major extortion racket, sustained a gunshot wound after a shootout with police on the Zirakpur-Ambala highway. Maxi, linked to foreign-based terrorist operations, opened fire during a police operation, resulting in his injury and subsequent hospitalization.

In a dramatic turn of events on the Zirakpur-Ambala highway, reputed gangster Malkiat alias Maxi was injured in a shootout with police. The incident occurred as Maxi attempted to escape while in police custody, leading to an exchange of gunfire.

Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav confirmed that Maxi, operating for notorious figures like Goldy Brar and Goldy Dhillon, was involved in a large-scale extortion racket. Recent arrests in an Arms Act case unraveled his criminal activities, including a hefty ransom demand from a Mohali property dealer earlier this year.

During a weapon recovery operation, Maxi opened fire, prompting a retaliatory response from the police, injuring him. He was transported to Mohali's Civil Hospital. Authorities also recovered a weapon and other incriminating materials, indicating ongoing investigations into his criminal network.

(With inputs from agencies.)