Sudden Gunfire Disrupts Kotla Chungi Crossing

At roughly 9:45 pm on Tuesday, a volley of shots rang out across the bustling Kotla Chungi intersection in Firozabad. The discharge, made from a legally owned revolver, sent shopkeepers, pedestrians and lingering Ramleela spectators scrambling for safety, turning the lively bazaar into a panic‑filled scene.

Identified Victims

The two people directly hit by the bullets were:

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

According to the police, Shipra was inside a relative’s home discussing family matters when the shooting erupted, while Sunny was inside his shop attending to customers.

Extent of Injuries

Both victims sustained serious gunshot wounds:

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

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

Police Action and Arrest

Officers patrolling near the intersection heard the gunfire, rushed to the spot, 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.

Underlying Causes

Police records reveal that Shipra and Rishabh’s marriage had been under strain for almost two years. Shipra’s brother, Shashank, claims the tension arose from Rishabh’s alleged involvement with another woman. Shipra confirmed she was in the middle of a family‑mediated discussion when the shots were fired.

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

Continuing Investigation

Investigators are analysing witness statements, forensic data and the couple’s marital history to establish a clear motive. The seized firearm has been logged, and the accused remains in police custody awaiting further legal proceedings.

Impact on the Community

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

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