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Kalaburagi Police Shoot Suspect in Murder Case
5 Apr
Summary
- Police opened fire to arrest a prime murder suspect, Ishwar Rathod.
- The suspect was shot in the leg when he allegedly attacked officers.
- Financial issues were cited as the motive for the murder.
In Kalaburagi, police opened fire Saturday night during the attempted arrest of Ishwar Rathod, the main suspect in the murder of financier Anil Rathod. Station Bazar police located Rathod in Kesaratagi village, on the city's outskirts. According to police statements, Rathod allegedly attempted to assault officers Shivalinga, Anil, and Sanganna during the apprehension.
Inspector Gurugowda Patil discharged his firearm, shooting Rathod in the left leg in what authorities described as self-defense. The injured suspect was subsequently admitted to GIMS Hospital for treatment. City Police Commissioner Dr. Sharanappa SD visited the hospital to check on the condition of the injured officers.
Investigators had previously arrested and interrogated three autorickshaw drivers from Rehmath Nagari regarding the murder. Information obtained from these individuals led police to Rathod's location. During questioning, Rathod reportedly confessed that financial disputes were the reason for Anil Rathod's killing.
