Patna Businessman Narrowly Escapes Assassination Attempt in Digha Area
In a shocking incident that unfolded in the bustling city of Patna, unidentified assailants launched a brazen attack on local businessman Shambhu Singh near his establishment in the Digha police station area on Tuesday. The daylight shooting sent waves of panic through the neighborhood, highlighting concerns about urban safety and criminal activities targeting business professionals.
Close Shave with Death as Bullets Miss Target
According to eyewitness accounts, three criminals arrived on a motorcycle and attempted to shoot Singh from point-blank range in what appeared to be a well-planned assassination attempt. In a remarkable twist of fate, none of the bullets found their mark, allowing Singh to survive what could have been a fatal encounter. Displaying extraordinary presence of mind and courage, the businessman immediately confronted his attackers rather than fleeing the scene.
Heroic Confrontation and Public Intervention
In a dramatic turn of events, Singh grabbed the hand of one assailant during the confrontation, causing the pistol to discharge harmlessly into the air. This brave action created a crucial window for intervention. Alert bystanders and local residents quickly responded to the commotion, rushing to the businessman's aid and engaging in a physical scuffle with the attackers.
While two of the assailants managed to escape on their motorcycle amid the chaos, one criminal found himself overpowered by the determined crowd who refused to let him flee. The swift public response demonstrated community solidarity against criminal elements operating in the area.
Police Response and Arrest Details
Upon receiving information about the violent incident, a police team arrived promptly at the scene. Law enforcement officials took custody of the apprehended suspect and recovered a pistol from his possession. The arrested individual was identified as Sikander, also known as Rahul, a resident of Bihta who now faces serious criminal charges for his alleged involvement in the shooting attempt.
Financial Dispute Emerges as Primary Motive
Preliminary police investigations have revealed that the violent incident stemmed from a longstanding financial dispute between the parties involved. According to authorities, the arrested suspect had previous disagreements with another individual concerning financial transactions and money-lending arrangements, with these tensions apparently spilling over into the attempted attack on Singh.
City SP (West) Bhanu Pratap Singh personally inspected the crime scene near Loyola School and provided crucial insights into the case. "A firing incident occurred near Loyola School in which a person was targeted and shot at," the senior police official confirmed. "One of the accused was arrested. Both had an ongoing dispute, and he was a tenant at Singh's house. The matter of financial transactions has come to light in this case."
Conflicting Accounts and Judicial Proceedings
The police investigation has uncovered conflicting narratives regarding the financial dealings between the parties. "Prima facie it appears that both had previous financial dealings," explained SP Singh. "The accused said that he gave money to Singh, which he did not return, while the latter said that he settled the financial matter. Statements were taken from both the parties."
Following the initial investigation, the arrested accused was forwarded to judicial custody, and the weapon used in the attempted shooting was officially recovered and documented as evidence. The case has been formally registered, and authorities continue to search for the two assailants who managed to escape during the public confrontation.
This incident has raised important questions about business security and dispute resolution mechanisms in urban centers, while simultaneously highlighting the potential dangers that can arise from unresolved financial conflicts in commercial relationships.
