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Indian policeman (1957–2008) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Vijay Salaskar, AC (5 April 1957 – 26 November 2008) was an Indian police inspector and encounter specialist with the Mumbai police.[1] He was widely credited with killing 75–80 criminals in encounters – most of these were members of the Arun Gawli gang.[2] Salaskar was killed while fighting terrorists in the November 2008 Mumbai attacks.[3][4] Captured terrorist Ajmal Amir Kasab claimed responsibility for the killing.[5] Before his death Salaskar was head of the Anti-Extortion Cell, Mumbai.[6] His patriotism and bravery was honoured with the Ashoka Chakra on 26 January 2009.[7]
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Vijay Salaskar | |
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Born | (1957-04-05)5 April 1957 |
Died | 26 November 2008(2008-11-26) (aged 51) Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
Other names | Encounter Specialist |
Employer | Maharashtra Police Department (Mumbai Unit) |
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Police career | |
Country | India |
Department | Anti-Extortion Cell, Mumbai |
Service years | 1983–2008 |
Rank | Police Inspector |
Awards | Ashoka Chakra |
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