TL;DR: A joint operation between Delhi and Bihar Police led to a shootout early on October 23, 2025, resulting in the deaths of four members of the "Sigma and Company" criminal gang. The gang was involved in multiple serious crimes and had been planning disruptions ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections.
Key Details:
- Incident: Four members of the "Sigma and Company" gang were killed in a shootout with Delhi Police and Bihar Police at 2:20 AM on October 23, 2025, near Bahadur Shah Marg in Rohini, Delhi.
- Gang Members: The deceased were identified as Ranjan Pathak (25), Bimlesh Mahto (25), Manish Pathak (33), and Aman Thakur (21). Ranjan was the gang leader, and the others were key members of the network.
- Criminal History: The gang had been involved in serious crimes like murders, extortion, armed robberies, and arms violations across Bihar. Ranjan Pathak was wanted in multiple murder cases and had taunted police on social media.
- Shootout: Police attempted to intercept the gang members, who opened fire, prompting a retaliatory response. All four suspects sustained fatal gunshot wounds and were declared dead at Dr. BSA Hospital.
- Background on the Gang: The "Sigma and Company" gang had been active for nearly seven years, with operations in Bihar and Nepal. They were allegedly planning violent disruptions ahead of the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections.
Officials' Statements:
- Sanjeev Yadav, DCP Crime Branch: "During the exchange of fire, all four criminals sustained bullet injuries and later succumbed."
- Vinay Kumar, Bihar DGP: Called the operation a "major success" in curbing organized crime and preventing election-related violence.
Aftermath:
The site was secured, and forensic teams collected evidence, including weapons. Investigations are ongoing into the gang's full network and election-related links.