Police team attacked by angry villagers in Bihar’s Sitamarhi after husband of ward councillor shot dead by criminals
A police team was attacked by villagers in Bihar, India, following the murder of a local ward councillor's husband. Residents protested alleged police inaction regarding previous threats made against the victim by suspected members of the local liquor mafia.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing tensions between local communities and law enforcement in India, particularly regarding the influence of organized crime and perceived failures in police responsiveness.
Angry villagers attacked a team of police personnel after a man was shot dead by unidentified criminals in Bihar’s Sitamarhi on Saturday (September 12, 2026).
The man, identified as Baidyanath Mahto, was the husband of ward councillor Khushdil Devi. The criminal opened fire at him from close range, causing several injuries to his head and other parts of his body.
The incident took place at Kaitharia village when the deceased went out for a morning walk at around 6.30 a.m. Upon receiving the information, the Sitamarhi Superintendent of Police (SP) Amit Ranjan went to the scene to assess the situation.
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