Gunfire Sends Shockwaves Through Kotla Chungi

At roughly 9:45 pm on Tuesday, a sudden volley of shots rang out across the crowded Kotla Chungi crossing in Firozabad. The discharge, traced to a legally owned revolver, forced shopkeepers, pedestrians and lingering Ramleela audiences to dive for cover, turning the bustling bazaar into a scene of panic.

Identified Victims

The two people caught in the hail of bullets were:

  • Shipra Tailang, 35, resident of Gunjan Enclave, Mathura Nagar, married to Rishabh "Bunty" Tailang for about ten years. She had been staying with her parents following a two‑year marital dispute.
  • Sunny Thakur, a young entrepreneur who operates an internet‑service shop from a rented unit near the crossing.

Police reports state that Shipra was at a relative’s home discussing family matters when the shooting erupted. Sunny was inside his shop, attending to his business at the time.

Extent of Injuries

Both victims sustained serious gunshot wounds:

  • Shipra: multiple bullet injuries to the shoulder, abdomen and ribs; one projectile passed alarmingly close to her hand.
  • Sunny: injuries to the chest and rib cage, deemed severe enough to require transfer to a specialist hospital in Agra.

Emergency responders rushed them to the government trauma centre for immediate treatment.

Police Action and Arrest

Officers stationed near the junction heard the gunfire and sprinted to the location. They pursued the suspect, recovered the revolver, and placed him in custody within minutes. Senior officials, including SP City Ravishankar Prasad and CO City Santosh Kumar, arrived shortly thereafter to supervise the investigation.

Background to the Incident

According to police, Shipra and Rishabh’s marriage had been under strain for nearly two years. Shipra’s brother, Shashank, alleges the tension stemmed from Rishabh’s alleged involvement with another woman. Shipra confirmed she was engaged in a family‑mediated discussion when the shots were fired.

She is a mother of two young sons, who remain under her care as the case proceeds.

Ongoing Investigation

Investigators are reviewing witness statements, forensic evidence and the couple’s marital history to pinpoint a motive. The seized firearm has been logged, and the suspect remains in police custody pending further legal action.

Impact on the Community

The attack occurred just after a popular Ramleela performance ended, meaning many locals were still making their way home through the market. Witnesses described a frantic scramble as the shooter pursued the fleeing victims, amplifying fear among onlookers.

Authorities have urged residents to stay alert and report any suspicious activity while they piece together the events of that harrowing night.