Bhubaneswar, Nov 5 (UDN): A JCB machine contractor was allegedly shot dead during a clash between two groups at Sisupalgarh in Bhubaneswar, triggering a police investigation into the incident.
The deceased has been identified as Tapan Nayak, a JCB contractor and resident of Sisupalgarh. The firing took place at Badatanki in Sisupalgarh, within the jurisdiction of Dhauli police station.
According to preliminary information, Nayak sustained critical bullet injuries during the confrontation. He was initially rushed to Capital Hospital for treatment. As his condition deteriorated, he was being shifted to a private hospital when he reportedly succumbed to his injuries on the way.
Following information about the shooting, police personnel rushed to the scene and launched an investigation to establish the circumstances leading to the fatal incident.
Police have detained five persons at Dhauli police station for questioning. The person suspected of opening fire has also been apprehended, according to the information provided.
Preliminary inputs suggest that a monetary dispute may have triggered the violence. Investigators are also examining reports that the two groups were consuming alcohol together before the confrontation escalated into gunfire.
Police are questioning those detained and investigating the sequence of events, including the circumstances surrounding the shooting and the motive behind it.
Further details are awaited as the investigation progresses.
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