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Lucknow Woman's Murder: Main Accused Killed in Police Encounter, Brother in Custody

The victim was abducted, assaulted, and killed by two brothers with extensive criminal histories; police investigations have uncovered key evidence and led to swift action.

The place where prime accused Ajay Kumar was gunned down by the police. (Source)
Main accused Ajay Kumar, who was gunned down by the police in an encounter on Friday night. (Sourced)

Overview

  • Ajay Kumar, the main accused in the murder of a 32-year-old woman in Lucknow, was killed in a police encounter on March 21, 2025, after opening fire on officers.
  • The victim was abducted in an e-auto-rickshaw under the pretext of being taken to her brother's home and was later assaulted and killed when she resisted a rape attempt.
  • Dinesh Kumar, the co-accused and brother of Ajay, was arrested earlier on March 21, providing critical information that led to Ajay's location.
  • Both brothers had extensive criminal records, with Ajay facing 23 prior cases and Dinesh nine, including charges under the UP Gangster Act.
  • Key evidence, including the victim's academic certificates and the vehicle used in the crime, has been recovered, and legal proceedings are ongoing.