Magistrate's Wife Targeted in Brazen Shooting After Court Appearance
In a shocking incident that has rattled the legal community, the wife of a judicial magistrate currently serving in Bihar faced a violent attack on Saturday. Bandana Kumari was returning home after giving crucial testimony in a Godda court when unidentified criminals opened fire on her.
Attack Occurs Near Gandhi Gram Under Pathargama Police Station
The shooting took place near Gandhi Gram, which falls under the jurisdiction of the Pathargama police station. Bandana Kumari was on her way back to her parent's home in Parsa village within Godda district when the assailants struck. According to initial reports, the criminals fired three shots at her in what appears to be a targeted assault.
Victim Sustains Multiple Bullet Injuries
Bandana Kumari suffered serious bullet wounds during the attack. She sustained injuries to her jaw, waist, and arm from the gunfire. The severity of these injuries required immediate medical attention, leading to her hospitalization.
Rushed to Bhagalpur Hospital for Treatment
Following the shooting, Bandana Kumari was quickly transported to a hospital in Bhagalpur, Bihar for emergency medical care. Medical professionals are currently treating her for the multiple gunshot wounds she sustained during this violent incident.
Background of the Court Appearance
The court appearance that preceded the attack involved testimony related to an ongoing family dispute with her husband. Bandana Kumari had just completed giving her statement in the Godda court regarding this family matter when the shooting occurred during her return journey.
Local authorities have launched an investigation into the shooting, though the identities and motives of the attackers remain unknown at this time. The incident has raised serious concerns about the safety of individuals involved in legal proceedings, particularly in sensitive family dispute cases.
