Sitamarhi, September 12 (Daily Kiran) : In Sitamarhi, Bihar, a shocking incident unfolded on Saturday morning when the husband of a district council member was shot dead while on his morning walk. The attack occurred in the Kethariya village, located in the Dumra police jurisdiction. The victim has been identified as Baidyanath Mahto.
Reports indicate that Baidyanath Mahto was walking near his home when he was targeted by assailants on a motorcycle. Eyewitnesses claim that the attackers fired multiple shots, severely injuring him. He collapsed on the spot and succumbed to his injuries.
Following the shooting, the assailants fled the scene. News of the incident spread quickly, prompting a large gathering of locals at the site. The community expressed their outrage by blocking roads and protesting against the police’s handling of the situation. There are reports of clashes between the police and the demonstrators.
Tensions remain high in the area. Locals have stated that Baidyanath Mahto had previously survived an assassination attempt. After that incident, residents had also protested against the police, demanding action against the perpetrators.
Residents believe that the police’s inaction following the earlier attack contributed to this tragic event. They argue that had the police taken effective measures then, this murder might have been prevented.
Authorities have arrived at the scene and initiated an investigation. The body has been sent for a post-mortem examination. Police are conducting raids at potential hideouts in search of the suspects. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear as the investigation continues to explore various angles.
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