News Update : 5th encounter since BJP came to power in West Bengal: Man accused of firing at cop killed - TOI CITY DESK

Ratan Sheikh, a history-sheeter, was killed during a shootout with police while evading arrest. He had previously shot a constable, injuring him during the arrest attempt. This incident marks the fifth police encounter since the BJP took power in West Bengal. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari emphasized that criminals have no place in the state. The police reacted firmly to Sheikh's aggressive attempt to evade capture, following established protocols. Ratan Sheikh, a history-sheeter, was killed during a shootout with police while evading arrest. He had previously shot a constable, injuring him during the arrest attempt. This incident marks the fifth police encounter since the BJP took power in West Bengal. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari emphasized that criminals have no place in the state. The police reacted firmly to Sheikh's aggressive attempt to evade capture, following established protocols. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/kolkata/5th-encounter-since-bjp-came-to-power-in-west-bengal-man-accused-of-firing-at-cop-killed/articleshow/135857386.cms Date: 2026-11-15T13:52:48.000Z