In Sonepat's Gohana area, the sarpanch of Chhichhrana village, Rajesh Kumar, known as Raju, was fatally shot by unidentified assailants while he was on his way to his farm. The incident occurred on Monday, and despite immediate efforts, Raju was declared dead upon reaching a nearby hospital.
Rajesh Kumar fell victim to the attack as he was making his way to the farm. The assailants, who remain unidentified, reportedly shot him and swiftly fled the scene. The police are actively pursuing the absconding suspects.
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Law enforcement is currently investigating the motive behind the murder. As of now, the reasons behind the attack on the sarpanch remain unclear. Authorities are working diligently to uncover the circumstances that led to this tragic incident.
Efforts are ongoing to apprehend those responsible for the crime. The community is grappling with the loss of their sarpanch, and the investigation aims to provide answers to the grieving family and community members.
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This incident adds to the concerning trend of violence against local leaders, emphasizing the need for enhanced security measures and a thorough examination of the factors contributing to such unfortunate events. The community awaits further developments in the ongoing investigation as law enforcement works to bring the perpetrators to justice.