New Delhi, Oct. 10 -- A criminal wanted in robbery and snatching cases was apprehended following a brief exchange of fire near Narela Industrial Area, police said.

The accused has been identified as Aftab Alam.

He is involved in multiple cases of snatching and robbery, and also a murder case, police said.

Police said that a team of Special Staff, Outer North District, received specific information that a criminal

was out in the area on a black colour scooty with a firearm.

The nabbed accused was also injured in the encounter. "The spl. Staff team fired 3 rounds, one of which hit the right leg of the person," police said.

The accused has been admitted to a hospital. Further necessary legal action is being taken.

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