The accused in the Raisen rape case in Madhya Pradesh was injured during a brief police encounter. He has been admitted to JP Hospital for treatment.The 6-year-old victim from Goharganj is currently fighting for her life at AIIMS Bhopal, where doctors have described her condition as critical.According to the police, the accused Salman was in custody and was being taken to Goharganj when the police vehicle suffered a flat tyre. Taking advantage of the situation, Salman snatched the sub-inspector’s gun and attempted to escape. In response, police officers opened fire in self-defence, injuring him. He was immediately taken to the hospital.Salman, a fugitive with a reward of Rs 30,000, was earlier caught by Bhopal Police at a tea stall in Ward 11. After his arrest, he was handed over to Goharganj Police for further action.Later, while being transported from Bhopal to Goharganj, the police vehicle developed a puncture. During this time, the accused tried to flee from custody, triggering a short encounter. He was shot in the leg and is currently undergoing treatment at JP Hospital in Bhopal.The 23-year-old accused, a resident of Sehore district, had come to Gauharganj to work as a labourer. According to Police, he allegedly lured the girl—who was playing outside her home—with chocolates, took her to a nearby forest, raped her, and then fled.