Gunfire Sends Shockwaves Through Kotla Chungi Crossing

At roughly 9:45 pm on Tuesday, a volley of shots rang out across the busy Kotla Chungi intersection in Firozabad. The discharge, traced to a legally‑owned revolver, forced shopkeepers, pedestrians and lingering Ramleela spectators to dive for cover, turning the vibrant market into a scene of panic.

Identified Victims

The two people struck by the bullets were:

  • Shipra Tailang, 35, resident of Gunjan Enclave, Mathura Nagar. She has been married to Rishabh "Bunty" Tailang for about 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 unit close to the crossing.

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

Injuries Sustained

Both victims suffered serious gunshot wounds:

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

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

Police Reaction and Arrest

Officers on duty near the intersection heard the gunfire and hurried to the spot. They chased 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 of the Incident

Investigators say Shipra and Rishabh’s marriage had been under strain for almost two years. Shipra’s brother, Shashank, claims the tension stemmed 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 mother to two young sons, who remain in her care while the case proceeds.

Ongoing Inquiry

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

Impact on the Community

The episode unfolded 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, heightening fear among onlookers.

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