Man killed in shooting at Sripura
Posted by Editor on August 16, 2024 - 7:30 am
A 26-year-old was shot dead at Pillayar Junction in Gemunupura, Sripura, early this morning (August 16).
The police said an unidentified gunman on a motorcycle carried out the shooting using a T56 assault rifle.
The victim, who was from Kawanthissapura, Sripura, died on the spot.
The motive is still unknown, and the Sripura Police are investigating further.
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