Panic Grips Patna Market After Late-Night Shooting
Residents and shopkeepers in the Kadamkuan area of Patna were thrown into a state of fear and confusion on Monday night when unidentified assailants on a motorcycle opened fire in a busy marketplace. The incident occurred around 10:30 pm on Monday at Bari Path near Langartoli, sending people scrambling for safety.
Sequence of Events and Police Response
According to eyewitness accounts and preliminary police investigations, two to three rounds were fired by the motorcycle-borne miscreants who quickly fled the scene after the shooting. The local police response was swift, with officers reaching the affected area within minutes of receiving information about the incident.
During their initial investigation at the crime scene, law enforcement officials made crucial recoveries. Two empty casings and three live cartridges were collected from the spot, providing important evidence for the ongoing investigation. The motive behind the seemingly random firing remains unclear, adding to the anxiety among local business owners and residents.
Community Impact and Investigation Challenges
The shooting occurred in a busy marketplace that typically sees significant foot traffic even during late evening hours. Local traders reported to police that the sudden gunfire disrupted business activities and created an atmosphere of fear among customers who were shopping in the area at the time.
Kadamkuan police have launched a thorough investigation, with particular focus on examining CCTV footage from the vicinity. However, investigators face significant challenges in identifying the perpetrators. A police officer involved in the case explained, "Our review of the CCTV footage is challenged by the suspects being in motion, making it difficult to specify the exact number of miscreants. They fired indiscriminately. Thankfully, no one was injured."
Authorities have confirmed that despite the terrifying nature of the incident, no injuries were reported among the public. The police are continuing their efforts to track down the offenders and determine the precise reason behind the firing that disrupted the peace in this Patna neighborhood.
