SaralnamaAbhishek Singh, the main suspect in the murder of Choupati Restaurant owner Vijay Nag in Ranchi, was shot in both legs during a police encounter in Sukurhuttu area. Singh, originally from Bihar, was trying to flee when police intercepted him near Ring Road. He opened fire, leading to retaliatory action. Singh is now undergoing treatment at RIMS hospital. Two others, Harendra Singh and Jetha, were also detained. The murder occurred on over a biryani dispute. Local shopkeepers protested by blocking Kanke Road, demanding swift arrest and punishment. The Jharkhand Chamber of Commerce expressed concern over deteriorating law and order in the capital. (Updated 20 Oct 2025, 12:58 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Abhishek Singh, the main suspect in the murder of Choupati Restaurant owner Vijay Nag in Ranchi, was shot in both legs during a police encounter in Sukurhuttu area on 14 May 2023
- Singh, originally from Bihar, was trying to flee when police intercepted him near Ring Road
- He opened fire, leading to retaliatory action