India, Aug. 24 -- As the investigation into the Noida dowry case continues, Noida police officials reportedly shot the accused, Vipin Bhati, in the leg as he tried to flee from police custody.

As per reports, the incident took place on Sunday after police detained him for the alleged murder of his wife, Nikki.

Speaking to HT, Greater Noida Additional DCP Sudhir Kumar shared that the incident occurred when the cops took the accused for recovery. During this, Bhati tried to snatch the pistol from one of the police officials as an attempt to flee from custody.

"The deceased's husband/accused has been taken into custody. Police teams have been formed to arrest the others. The arrest of others will be ensured soon. The deceased's family and...