High-Stakes Encounter: Notorious Criminal Manager Rai Apprehended in Khagaul

A major breakthrough for Patna Police occurred in the early hours of January 2, 2026, when a joint operation by the Patna STF (Special Task Force) and local district police led to the arrest of the dreaded criminal Manager Rai. The encounter, which took place near the Lakh Par area of Khagaul, has sent a strong message against the burgeoning crime syndicates in the capital.

the Midnight Operation

• The Tip-Off: Acting on specific intelligence that Rai was moving in a vehicle to execute a fresh criminal conspiracy, the police cordoned off the Khagaul area at approximately 3:00 AM.
• The Confrontation: Upon realizing he was surrounded, Rai allegedly opened fire on the police team. In the retaliatory “half-encounter,” police fired back, hitting Rai in the leg.
• Arrest & Hospitalization: Injured and unable to flee, Rai was captured on the spot and immediately rushed to AIIMS Patna, where he remains under heavy police guard while receiving treatment.

Profile of a Career Criminal

Manager Rai, a resident of the Didarganj area, is considered one of the district’s most dangerous figures, with a criminal history spanning over two decades:

• Murder Charges: He was a prime suspect in the high-profile 2022 murder of Dr. Mohammad Anwar Alam, who was shot while cycling home from his clinic in Danapur.
• Extortion Case: Rai made national headlines for demanding an extortion amount of ₹11 lakh from the son-in-law of former Bihar DGP Gupteshwar Pandey.
• Vast Network: With more than 20 criminal cases involving murder, robbery, and arms trafficking, Rai is suspected of having deep links with local political figures and contract killing syndicates.

Seizures at the Scene

Following the encounter, the forensics team and local police recovered:

• One country-made pistol.
• Multiple live cartridges and empty shells.
• A scooter used for the attempted getaway.
• A mobile phone, currently being analyzed to trace his associates.