Chennai police shot the notorious history-sheeter ‘High Court Maharaja’ in the knee during an arrest attempt as he tried to escape after attacking officers. The criminal, who had a history of multiple criminal activities including an attempted kidnapping of a jewelry store owner’s son, was apprehended in Tirunelveli and transported to Chennai for additional questioning. The incident has sparked widespread public interest due to the high-profile nature of the criminal and the daring escape attempt.