Karnataka: Congress Leader David D’Souza Shot Dead in Udupi, Video Captures Fatal Attack
Congress leader and former panchayat president David D'Souza was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Karnataka's Udupi district on Friday. D'Souza, a contractor by profession, was reportedly attacked at close range by a gunman while he was getting into his parked car. The incident was captured on CCTV and has sparked concern among local political and business circles.
Congress leader and former panchayat president David D'Souza was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Karnataka's Udupi district on Friday. D'Souza, a contractor by profession, was reportedly attacked at close range by a gunman while he was getting into his parked car. The incident was captured on CCTV and has sparked concern among local political and business circles.
Congress Leader Shot Dead In Udupi
According to reports, D'Souza was approached from behind by an unidentified man who allegedly pulled out a pistol and fired multiple rounds at close range. The attacker was reportedly accompanied by another person.
After the shooting, the two assailants fled the spot when the second accused arrived on a motorcycle. D'Souza sustained critical injuries in the attack and died while being shifted to a hospital. Zeeshan Siddique Receives Death Threat From Gangster Zeeshan Akhtar, Voice Note Says 'Ab Teri Baari Hai'.
Congress Leader David D'Souza Shot Dead In Udupi
Karnataka Udupi- Congress leader and contractor David D'Souza was shot dead after unidentified assailants opened fire on him at Padubidri in Karnataka's Udupi district. Police have launched a multi-angle investigation to trace the attackers and determine the motive#Udupi… pic.twitter.com/FWiHqzLipE
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CCTV Captures Shooting
CCTV footage reportedly shows D'Souza getting into his parked car when the attacker approaches him from behind. The gunman then opens fire before fleeing the area with his associate.
Senior police officers reached the spot soon after the incident and began collecting evidence. Investigators are examining CCTV footage from the area and questioning witnesses to establish the sequence of events and identify the assailants. Baba Siddique Murder Case: Why Has Mumbai Police Not Taken Anmol Bishnoi's Custody? Shehzeen Siddique Raises Questions.
Police Investigate Udupi Murder
The motive behind the killing has not been established yet. Police have launched an investigation to identify and trace the suspects involved in the shooting.
D'Souza was reportedly known in the area and had previously served as a panchayat president. His killing has shocked local political and business communities as police continue efforts to determine the motive behind the attack and bring those responsible to justice.
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