A 29-year-old man from Hyderabad, identified as Kancha, was shot dead in North Philadelphia, United States. According to family sources, Kancha was working with a multinational corporation in the city and also delivered pizza on weekends to supplement his income.
Incident Details
The shooting occurred late Thursday night in a residential area of North Philadelphia. Local police responded to reports of gunfire and found Kancha with multiple gunshot wounds. He was rushed to a nearby hospital but succumbed to his injuries. The motive behind the attack is not yet clear, and no arrests have been made so far.
Family's Plea
Kancha's family in Hyderabad is devastated by the news. They have appealed to the Indian government and the US authorities for a thorough investigation and swift justice. The family also seeks the repatriation of Kancha's body to India at the earliest, citing religious and cultural customs.
“We want the killer to be caught and punished. My son went there for a better future, and now we are left with nothing,” said Kancha's father, speaking to local media.
Community Response
The Telugu community in the US has expressed shock and solidarity. Community leaders are coordinating with the Indian consulate in New York to facilitate the return of the body and provide legal assistance. Meanwhile, a crowdfunding campaign has been launched to help the family with funeral and travel expenses.
This incident adds to the growing concern over the safety of Indian students and professionals abroad. In recent years, several cases of attacks on Indians in the US have prompted calls for enhanced security measures and community awareness programs.
