**Title:** Police Encounter in Patiala: Two Goldy Dhillon Gang Members Injured
**Meta Description:** Two alleged sharpshooters linked to the Goldy Dhillon gang were injured in a police encounter in Patiala, Punjab, following a shooting incident.
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**Headline:** Two Alleged Members of Goldy Dhillon Gang Injured in Patiala Police Encounter
In a significant police operation in Patiala, Punjab, two alleged sharpshooters associated with the infamous Goldy Dhillon gang were injured during an encounter with law enforcement on Monday. The suspects, both in their early 20s, are believed to be connected to a recent shooting incident that targeted a 75-year-old man, which was reportedly orchestrated under the direction of Dhillon himself.
The encounter unfolded near the Patiala-Sangrur bypass when the two men opened fire on a police team that was tracking them based on intelligence reports. Patiala Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Varun Sharma stated that the police personnel responded with retaliatory fire, resulting in injuries to both suspects, who were subsequently transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Authorities revealed that the suspects had a history of criminal activity, with multiple cases of extortion, robbery, and gunfire already registered against them. During the confrontation, shots were fired in the direction of Pradeep Singh Bajwa, the in-charge of the Patiala Crime Investigation Agency (CIA), although no police officers were harmed. Reports indicate that approximately 15 to 16 rounds were exchanged during the encounter, with one bullet striking the windscreen of a police vehicle.
SSP Sharma emphasized that the two accused were allegedly planning a significant crime. He also noted that the Goldy Dhillon gang had previously targeted a restaurant owned by the son of the elderly victim, who resides in the United States, and had made extortion demands from him.
This encounter is part of a broader initiative by the Punjab Police to combat organized crime and gang violence in the region. SSP Sharma described the operation as a success, sending a strong message that such criminal activities will not be tolerated.
Goldy Dhillon, a gangster based abroad, has been linked to various violent incidents, including attacks on high-profile targets, and is reportedly connected to the network of incarcerated gangster Lawrence Bishnoi.
**FAQ Section:**
**Q: Who are the alleged sharpshooters involved in the Patiala encounter?**
A: The two alleged sharpshooters are linked to the Goldy Dhillon gang and were involved in a recent shooting incident targeting a 75-year-old man.
