Shahjahanpur (UP), May 25 (PTI) A man arrested for allegedly stealing a motorcycle escaped from police custody while being taken to jail after being produced in court.

Shahjahanpur's Superintendent of Police (City) Sanjay Kumar said a case has been lodged against accused Priyanshu Bajpai along with constable Ankit and Home Guards jawan Rakshpal who were taking him to jail.

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He said the accused Bajpai was arrested by a Sadar Bazar police team for his alleged involvement in stealing a motorcycle.

"After producing the accused before the court today, a constable and home guards jawan were taking him to the jail. As soon as they reached the jail, Bajpai escaped with handcuffs on by dodging them," the City SP said.

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Teams have been formed to arrest the accused, he added.

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