BJP Leader Anil Tiger Gunned Down in Daylight in Ranchi
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Synopsis
On March 26, BJP leader Anil Tiger was shot dead in broad daylight at Kanke Chowk, Ranchi. Eyewitnesses report that two assailants on a motorcycle targeted him, leading to widespread panic. The incident has sparked outrage among locals and raised questions about law enforcement in Jharkhand.
Key Takeaways
- Anil Tiger, a BJP leader, was shot dead in Ranchi.
- The incident occurred in Kanke Chowk during the afternoon.
- Eyewitnesses described chaos as people fled the scene.
- Police arrested the shooter shortly after the crime.
- Local residents are demanding justice.
Ranchi, March 26 (NationPress) - Anil Tiger, a prominent BJP figure and former Zila Parishad member, was tragically shot dead in broad daylight in the Kanke area of Ranchi on Wednesday, according to officials.
The shooting occurred around 4 p.m. at the bustling Kanke Chowk, inciting panic among the local populace.
Eyewitness accounts reveal that Anil Tiger was seated at Thakur Hotel when two gunmen arrived on a motorcycle and shot him in the head. The gunfire sent shockwaves through the crowd as people scrambled to escape.
Law enforcement was quick to respond, with the Kanke police arriving promptly and transporting Anil Tiger to the hospital, where he was sadly pronounced dead on arrival.
In a rapid operation, authorities apprehended the shooter shortly after the incident. While the precise motive for the attack remains uncertain, police are exploring the possibility of a land dispute being the underlying cause. The suspect is currently being interrogated for more insights.
This horrifying event has ignited fury among local residents, who assembled at Kanke Chowk to voice their outrage and call for justice.
Officers at the scene have initiated witness interviews and are gathering crucial evidence.
Ranchi Rural SP Sumit Agarwal confirmed the occurrence, stating, “A person has been shot dead in Kanke. The investigation is ongoing, and more details will surface shortly.”
Notably, the incident unfolded while Jharkhand DGP Anurag Gupta was conducting a video conference with district SPs regarding law and order issues in the state.
In response to the shooting, the DGP termed the event as “unfortunate” and emphasized the police's duty to apprehend and penalize criminals to deter future offenses.
This incident follows a recent attack on businessman Bipin Mishra in Ranchi, which police claim to have resolved with the arrest of the offenders.
Ranchi BJP MLA CP Singh harshly criticized the state government, stating, “The law and order situation in Jharkhand is completely in chaos. How much longer will the state resonate with the sound of gunfire?”
