The night was tranquil... Delhi's roads illuminated softly by streetlights. But within minutes, the silence turned into a thunderstorm of gunfire. The echoes of shots fired around Bahadur Shah Zafar Road and Dr. Ambedkar Chowk in Rohini sent shockwaves through the area. This was the country's capital witnessing its largest encounter to date, where the menace from Sitamarhi, Ranjan Pathak's gang, met its ultimate fate.
Forensic teams, arriving at dawn, walked onto a scene that was nothing short of a crime thriller. Police vehicles in every direction, flashing red lights, shell casings strewn across the ground, and a white car that once hosted four dangerous criminals, sought after by the police forces of several states.
These four were Ranjan Pathak, Bimlesh Mahto, Manish Pathak, and Aman Thakur. Around 1 AM, this gang faced off with a joint team from the Delhi and Bihar police. The encounter lasted about thirty minutes, and as the gunfire subsided, all four criminals lay dead, brought down by retaliatory bullets.
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The encounter's origins trace back to Bihar. Sitamarhi police had tracked these criminals to a location in Delhi. Immediately, Bihar police alerted the Delhi Crime Branch. With signals traced to the Rohini region, a well-coordinated operation was set in motion by the police teams of both states.
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The moment Ranjan's gang in their white car was spotted, a chase ensued. The car sped away with police vehicles in hot pursuit. Attempting evasive maneuvers, the criminals sought to outrun their pursuers until Delhi police set up barricades ahead.
In a final desperate move, they tried driving over the divider, but it was too late. Government-issued bullets from police guns marked the end for the Sigma and Company gang.
Sigma and Company – The Crime Syndicate on the Move
Ranjan Pathak was more than a mere criminal; he was synonymous with a branded crime wave. Infamously known as Sigma and Company, his gang was notorious for murder, robbery, extortion, abduction, and illicit arms dealings, leaving no dark deed unturned.
Police records reveal Ranjan flaunted each crime on social media, as if proud achievements were being ticked off. Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and now Delhi—all had authorities eagerly aiming to apprehend him.
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Delhi Police's Joint Commissioner Surendra Yadav stated this was a coordinated effort by Delhi and Bihar police. Forewarned of their movements, the police attempted interception, leading to criminals opening fire. In the ensuing counteraction, all four were killed. Our four officers also sustained bullet impacts, but thanks to their bulletproof vests, they are safe. Bihar's DGP also acknowledged over a call these were notorious offenders, among whom Ranjan Pathak was a persistent threat to Sitamarhi. The locals were greatly relieved.
A Night Lost in the Roar of Gunfire
Location identified around 1:10 AM.
Pursuit commenced by 1:20 AM.
First gunshot heard at 1:28 AM.
Car's failed barricade break attempt at 1:35 AM.
Everything concluded by 1:40 AM.
Injured were rushed to hospital, and all four declared deceased.
The historical trail of crime is now under investigation.
Source: aajtak
The police are now delving into Ranjan's gang network. Initial findings unveiled that following their violent escapades in Bihar, they fled to Delhi, plotting a major heist. Seized from their possession were illegal arms, mobile phones, and cash. Authorities are now meticulously examining phone records and digital trails to weed out all members of Sigma and Company.
The Crime Diary of Ranjan Pathak
Over 20 cases filed; encompassing murder, robbery, extortion, and illicit arms trading.
A name synonymous with dread in Sitamarhi.
Boasted criminal feats on social media platforms.
A sprawling network extending from Bihar to Delhi.
Ranjan's gang operated crime as a business model. At the inception of any new business in the area, protection money was demanded. Resistance was met with violence or gunfire. Locals voiced that due to Ranjan and his gang, Sitamarhi was a hostile territory for commerce. Delhi police assertively monitor all associates linked to this gang.
