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RAJIV NAYAN AGRAWAL

ARA---------------------------A shooting incident in broad daylight at Garhani market has created an atmosphere of panic across the area. Sonu Kumar, a 26-year-old resident of Dhyani Tola village under the Garhani police station limits, was shot in public view, causing chaos in the market.

According to reports, the victim, Sonu Kumar, had arrived at Garhani market on his Bullet motorcycle to buy vegetables. Suddenly, three youths on a bike arrived and opened rapid fire, targeting Sonu. One bullet struck Sonu directly in the arm, causing him to fall to the ground with serious injuries.

The accused managed to flee the scene after the incident. Acting promptly, locals and family members admitted him to Dr. Vikas Singh's private hospital in the Babu Bazar area of ​​Ara for treatment; his condition remains critical.

The injured victim, Sonu Kumar, has made shocking revelations in his statement. He identified Ayush Kumar, Dhoni Kumar, and others among the attackers. According to Sonu, the attack stemmed from a dispute that had occurred five days earlier. He alleged that he had previously received death threats due to a financial dispute and an old enmity. The victim has also accused individuals such as Dilip Shah and Chhota Singh of conspiring and instigating the attack.

Upon receiving information about the incident, the Garhani police arrived at the scene and initiated an investigation. The police state that the accused have been identified, and raids are being conducted at various locations to apprehend them. There is widespread outrage among local traders and villagers following the incident.