Patna Man Gunned Down in Targeted Shooting on Patna-Dobhi Road
A 26-year-old man was brutally gunned down in a targeted shooting incident by motorcycle-borne assailants on the Patna-Dobhi Road in the Dhanarua area of Patna district on Thursday evening. The victim, identified as Sonu Kumar, later succumbed to his injuries during treatment at the Patna Medical College and Hospital (PMCH).
Details of the Tragic Incident
Sonu Kumar, a resident of Sheikhpura in Ramakrishna Nagar, was returning to Patna from Masaurhi on a motorcycle with his friend Alok Kumar, who hails from Parsa Bazaar. According to the Masaurhi Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Kanhaiya Kumar, two criminals riding a bike approached them, fired at Sonu, and fled the scene immediately.
Background and Investigation
The victim was reportedly engaged in land dealings, which might have been a potential motive behind this targeted attack. The police are actively investigating the case to apprehend the assailants and determine the exact cause of the shooting. Such incidents highlight the ongoing concerns about law and order in the region.
Community Impact and Safety Measures
This shocking event has sent ripples of fear through the local community, raising questions about public safety on major roads like Patna-Dobhi Road. Authorities are urged to enhance security measures and ensure swift justice to prevent such tragedies in the future.
