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Published 18:26 IST, October 20th 2024

Patna Shaken by Daylight Murder: Hotelier Shot 5 Times

A hotel owner, Shakeel Malik Alias Shakeel Ahmed, was brutally murdered in broad daylight in Bihar's capital Patna.

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Patna: A hotel owner, Shakeel Malik Alias Shakeel Ahmed, was brutally murdered in broad daylight in Bihar's capital Patna. The incident occurred in the busiest area of the capital city near Patna Junction, leaving the locals shocked and stunned. Shakeel, the owner of Bhojanalaya Hotel near Patna Junction, was riding his bike when unknown bike-borne criminals attacked him, shooting him five times. The attackers fled the scene, leaving Shakeel to succumb to his injuries.

The daylight murder has sent shockwaves in the area, with the locals demanding justice for Shakeel's family. Reports suggest that the police have launched an investigation into the incident, but no arrests have been made yet. The motive behind the murder is still unclear, but it is suspected to be a pre-planned attack.

Reports suggested that as soon as the information of the incident was received, the police of two police stations Pirbahore and Kadamkuan along with the town DSP reached the spot. Along with this, the FSL team was called at the spot to collect the evidence related to the murder case. 

The police said that during the preliminary inquiry the hotel owner was killed due to land dispute. The case was being investigated and soon the accused will be arrested along with the disclosure.

Meanwhile, the incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of citizens in Patna, particularly in the busy areas amidst the festive seasons.

Updated 02:36 IST, October 21st 2024