Incident Overview
A tragic incident occurred this morning in Delhi. A utensils trader was shot dead in the Bihari Colony area. The victim was identified as Sanjay. He was ambushed by two armed assailants. This violent act took place near Farsh Bazaar police station around 8:30 AM.
Details of the Incident
Sanjay was riding his two-wheeler. He was returning home after a busy morning at his shop on Vishwas Nagar 60 Foota Road. Suddenly, he was attacked by the assailants who were on a motorcycle. Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots. The assailants fired at Sanjay before fleeing the scene quickly.
Sanjay was found lying on the road, severely injured. Emergency services were called immediately after the shooting. Paramedics arrived at the scene promptly. They rushed him to Doctor Hedgewar Hospital. Sadly, despite all efforts to save him, Sanjay was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital.
Another Victim
In a related incident, another man was injured during the attack. His name is Sunil Jain, a 52-year-old local resident. Sunil was out for a morning walk at the Yamuna Sports Complex. He became an innocent bystander caught in the crossfire. Sunil sustained gunshot wounds during the shooting. He was also quickly transported to the hospital for urgent medical attention.
Police Response and Investigation
The police responded swiftly to the scene after receiving a PCR call. They found Sanjay lying on the road and immediately began their investigation. Officers collected evidence and spoke with witnesses.
The police are currently working to identify the two assailants. They are reviewing surveillance footage from nearby areas to gather more information. The motive behind the attack remains unclear. Authorities are exploring all possible angles.
Community Reaction
The violent attack shocked the local community. Sanjay’s family and friends are mourning his untimely death. Several community members gathered at the victim’s shop. They expressed their disbelief and sorrow over the tragic event. Many spoke of Sanjay’s good nature and his commitment to his work.
“He was always there for everyone,” one neighbor said. “It’s hard to accept this has happened.”
The attack has raised concerns among residents. Many are worried about safety in their neighborhood. Local leaders are calling for increased police presence in the area. They believe this could help prevent such incidents in the future.
