Guwahati: Meghalaya Police eliminated four notorious dacoits in a heavy exchange of fire near Songsak in the East Garo Hills district during a targeted operation on Sunday morning. The firefight erupted when the suspects suddenly opened fire on law enforcement officers who were searching the Songsak area, prompting police to return fire in self-defense.
Authorities identified the deceased individuals as Alachon Marak of Meghalaya, Kalam Sheikh of Agia, Bhabidul Islam of Krishnai, and Sustam Rabha. According to senior officials, this morning raid marks a critical breakthrough in several high-profile regional investigations.
Alachon Marak was wanted as a key perpetrator in the August 23 gun attack on Dudhnoi businessman Abu Sayed, who was shot in front of his establishment, while Sustam Rabha was directly linked to the 2021 Lela robbery case in Dudhnoi.
Police stated that further information regarding the broader interstate criminal network and the full tactical scope of the operation will be released as the ongoing investigation progresses.
