A woman was injured after a burglar opened fire while fleeing a crime scene in Bagalkot district, Karnataka, late Tuesday night. The incident took place in the Navanagar area, where the accused had broken into a house.
Details of the Incident
The burglar, identified as Ravi, had allegedly entered the residence of one Basavaraj Hiremath. When the family members raised an alarm, the accused attempted to escape. During his escape, he fired from his pistol, injuring a woman named Shobha, who was a neighbor.
Shobha, who was standing near her house, sustained a bullet injury to her leg. She was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital, where her condition is reported to be stable.
Police Investigation
Upon receiving information, the Bagalkot police reached the spot and launched an investigation. A case has been registered under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Arms Act.
Police teams have been formed to track down the accused, who is still at large. Preliminary investigations suggest that the burglar had prior criminal records.
The incident has created panic among the residents of the area, who have demanded increased police patrolling.
