Archive · 13 Sep 2026
Kanpur History-Sheeter Arrested in Businessman’s Killing
Police in Kanpur arrested Sanjay Singh Chauhan in a case involving the death of businessman Amit Kumar.
Kumar was allegedly attacked on September 5 after objecting to a man urinating near a road.
He died while receiving treatment on September 8.
Police said Chauhan was arrested after an encounter.
They also said he was injured in both legs during retaliatory firing.
Investigators used CCTV footage and technical evidence to identify four suspects.
The other three suspects had not been arrested when the report was published.
Police are also examining an allegation involving journalist Avneesh Dixit, who reportedly advised Chauhan to make a video claiming innocence.
Sanjay Singh Chauhan was arrested after an encounter in connection with businessman Amit Kumar’s killing in Kanpur.
Police said Chauhan suffered bullet injuries in both legs during retaliatory firing and was hospitalized.
Kumar was allegedly assaulted on September 5 after objecting to a man urinating near Om Crossing, and died during treatment on September 8.
CCTV footage and technical evidence helped police identify four alleged attackers, officials said.
Police are investigating allegations that journalist Avneesh Dixit advised Chauhan to circulate a video claiming innocence and promised protection.
- Who
- Businessman Amit Kumar, alleged attacker Sanjay Singh Chauhan, three other suspects, and journalist Avneesh Dixit are named in the report.
- What
- Chauhan was arrested in connection with Kumar’s alleged assault and subsequent death.
- When
- The alleged assault occurred on September 5; Kumar died on September 8; Chauhan was arrested on September 13.
- Where
- The incident occurred near Om Crossing in the Kakadeo area of Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh.
- Why
- Police allege Kumar was attacked after objecting to one of the men urinating on the road.
Police allegations
Pending investigation
Avneesh Dixit’s alleged involvement
Police allegations
Police said Chauhan alleged that former Kanpur Press Club president and television journalist Avneesh Dixit advised him to circulate a video claiming innocence and assured him of continued protection.
Pending investigation
Officials said Dixit’s role was still under investigation; he was to be questioned and his name added to the case diary.
Account of the shooting
Police allegations
Police described Chauhan’s injuries as resulting from retaliatory firing during the encounter.
Pending investigation
The report provides no separate account from Chauhan or his representatives about how he was injured.
- Victim
- Amit Kumar, a 47-year-old businessman
- Arrested suspect
- Sanjay Singh Chauhan alias Sanjay Dhaba, 40
- Alleged assault
- September 5 near Om Crossing in Kanpur’s Kakadeo area
- Victim’s death
- September 8 during treatment
- Criminal record
- Police said Chauhan has faced 56 criminal cases since 2009
- Evidence cited
- CCTV footage and technical evidence
- Investigation status
- Three other accused remained at large, while Dixit’s alleged role was being investigated