Notorious criminal shot dead in Odisha’s Ganjam

In a brutal incident, a notorious criminal, Lakshminarayan Paikaray, also known as Kuna, shot dead near Patharapalli village under Kabisuryanagar police station limits in Ganjam district. 

The fatal shooting occurred when some unknown assailants ambushed him and fired multiple rounds, leading to his instant death. The attack has sparked fear and speculation in the area regarding the motive and the identities of the perpetrators.

According to initial reports, Kuna was returning to his native village, Athagada Patana, on his motorcycle when the assailants intercepted him near a poultry farm. Witnesses in the area reported hearing gunshots, after which they saw Kuna collapsing on the road. 

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Murder Motive Unclear

He was hit by a bullet in the head, which proved to be fatal. However, the precise motive behind the murder remains uncertain, and authorities are exploring multiple angles, including gang rivalry, personal enmity, and past criminal involvements.

Upon receiving information, local police rushed to the scene and cordoned off the area for forensic examination. Kuna’s body was then shifted to Kabisuryanagar Medical Centre for post-mortem examination. Law enforcement officers are currently gathering evidence and interrogating potential witnesses in an effort to trace the culprits.

Preliminary investigations suggest that Kuna was involved in multiple criminal activities and had numerous cases registered against him at Kabisuryanagar police station. Given his past, officials suspect that the attack may have been a planned execution linked to his criminal history.

Meanwhile, local residents have expressed concerns about rising crime in the region and are urging authorities to intensify security measures. Fear and tension prevail in the area as police continue their probe into this targeted killing.

The police have assured a thorough investigation, with efforts being made to identify and apprehend those responsible for the crime. Authorities are also considering whether any rival gangs or former associates might have orchestrated the attack. Further details are awaited as the investigation progresses, said sources.