Gopal Khemka Shot Dead: Patna Businessman Killed Near Hotel Panash in Shocking Late-Night Attack, Police Launch Probe (Watch Video)
In a chilling incident late Friday night, renowned Patna-based Businessman and philanthropist Gopal Khemka was shot dead near Hotel Panash in the Gandhi Maidan area. Around 11:45 PM, while returning home, Khemka was attacked by bike-borne assailants who shot him at close range in the head.
In a chilling incident late Friday night, renowned Patna-based Businessman and philanthropist Gopal Khemka was shot dead near Hotel Panash in the Gandhi Maidan area. Around 11:45 PM, while returning home, Khemka was attacked by bike-borne assailants who shot him at close range in the head. Locals rushed him to Mediversal Hospital, where he was declared dead. Police recovered a bullet casing and cartridge from the scene and are scanning CCTV footage. Officers believe the attack was meticulously planned, possibly by professional criminals. The murder has sparked outrage in the business and social community. Notably, in 2018, his son Gunjan Khemka was also shot dead in Hajipur, raising concerns over targeted killings. Uttar Pradesh: 10-Year-Old Boy Shot Dead While Guarding Crops From Cattle in Shahjahanpur; 2 Taken Into Custody.
Gopal Khemka Shot Dead
VIDEO | Patna, Bihar: Businessman Gopal Khemka shot dead near his house. Visuals from his residence. Police investigation on.#BiharNews #PatnaNews
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