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Kanpur Hotelier Targeted in Firing, Ramming Attempt
31 Oct
Summary
- Six men allegedly attempted to run over a hotel operator.
- The accused also opened fire inside the hotel premises.
- CCTV cameras reportedly captured the entire incident.
A hotel operator in Kanpur narrowly escaped an alleged attack on October 28 when six men, identified by name, arrived in a car and attempted to run him over. The complainant, Durgesh Kumar, stated that he was forced to flee into his hotel as the accused pursued him. Inside the hotel, the men reportedly fired shots from firearms. Fortunately, Durgesh Kumar was unharmed.
The accused are alleged to have also damaged the hotel gate and issued death threats to the operator and his family. The entire event, including the alleged firing and threats, was reportedly recorded by the hotel's CCTV system. Authorities have registered a First Information Report (FIR) and are actively searching for the suspects, with raids underway.
