The Bihar Jamui Case Nandan Yadav took a new turn on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, after key accused Nandan Yadav was shot in the leg during a police encounter in Jamui. He was taken to Jamui Sadar Hospital for treatment. Police said the shooting happened while he was being taken to the alleged crime scene as part of the investigation.Key HighlightsAccused: Nandan YadavLocation: Jamui district, BiharEncounter: Tuesday morning, September 22, 2026Injury: Bullet injury to the legHospital: Jamui Sadar HospitalCase: Alleged harassment and assault of two Class 10 studentsInvestigation: SIT and Jamui Police are investigating the caseWhat Is the Jamui Case?The Jamui harassment case came to light after videos showing a group of youths allegedly stopping and harassing two Class 10 students circulated on social media. The incident reportedly happened on September 19 in the Sadar police station area of Jamui. The two students had been returning after attending coaching classes when they were stopped by a group on the road.The videos allegedly show the girl being grabbed and harassed while her male classmate was also stopped and assaulted. Police registered a case and began identifying those seen in the footage.Who Is Nandan Yadav?"Police have identified Nandan Yadav as the key accused in the case. Reports based on local and police information identify him as a resident of Pratappur/Paratpur village in Jamui district. Another accused, identified in reports as Hare Ram Yadav, is also reported to be from the same village."His exact age has not been consistently reported in reliable current reports, so it is not being stated here as a confirmed figure.Police identified Nandan from the video footage and had been searching for him after the incident. He was reportedly taken to the alleged crime scene during the investigation when the encounter occurred.How Did the Police Encounter Happen?According to the police account reported by news agencies, Nandan allegedly tried to escape while being taken to the scene of the incident. Police said an encounter followed and Nandan was shot in the leg.Another report said police claimed the accused fired at them and officers fired back in response. These details are based on the police version, while the circumstances of the encounter remain under investigation.Nandan was subsequently taken to Jamui Sadar Hospital for medical treatment. His current medical condition has not been fully disclosed in the reports available so far.How Many People Have Been Arrested?Police action has continued since the video surfaced. Reports initially said three people, including minors, had been detained or arrested, while later reports said seven suspects had been identified and further arrests were being pursued."A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has also been formed to investigate the case and identify other people allegedly involved. Police are examining the video footage and other evidence."What Has Police Said About the Victim's Identity?Jamui Police have warned people against sharing videos or information that could reveal the identities of the minor victims. Authorities have said revealing the identity of a minor victim can lead to legal action under laws including the POCSO Act and Juvenile Justice Act.The investigation into the Bihar police encounter and the original Jamui case is continuing. Authorities are expected to establish the full sequence of events through witness statements, video evidence and other investigation records.Also Read: Delhi Teen Gang-Rape and Murder Case: Four Accused Held
