Banka Horror: Youth Shot, Two Robbed on Sultanganj Four-Lane
Two youths were attacked by six criminals on the Sultanganj four-lane road in Banka, Bihar. One was shot in the shoulder during the robbery.
A festive return home turned into a nightmare for two young men in Bihar's Banka district when they were intercepted by a gang of armed criminals on the Sultanganj four-lane road. In a violent encounter that occurred during the early hours of the morning, one youth was shot in the shoulder while the other was brutally assaulted.
Midnight Ambush Near Overbridge
The victims, identified as Deepak Kumar and Vimal Kumar, both residents of Kalyanpur village in Amarpur, were returning home after visiting a Durga Puja fair. At approximately 2:30 a.m., as they navigated the Sultanganj four-lane, they were suddenly blocked by six criminals near an overbridge.
The attackers did not waste time. According to reports, the gang launched a violent assault on the duo. While Deepak Kumar was beaten by the assailants, Vimal Kumar was shot in the shoulder, leaving him wounded and in shock.
Loot and Escape
The motive behind the violent attack appeared to be robbery. After overpowering the two youths, the criminals snatched their mobile phones and looted approximately 6,000 rupees in cash. Once they had secured the belongings, the six attackers fled the scene, leaving the victims stranded on the highway.
Medical Condition of the Victim
Following the incident, Vimal Kumar was rushed to Mayaganj Hospital in Bhagalpur for emergency medical care. Medical examinations revealed that the bullet remains lodged in his shoulder. While the injury is serious, hospital sources indicate that he is currently out of danger.
Growing Safety Concerns
This brazen attack has sparked widespread fear and concern among locals and frequent travelers. The incident highlights a perceived lack of security on the four-lane highway during late-night hours, raising questions about the safety of citizens traveling between towns after dark.
Despite the severity of the crime, there has been no official response from the police authorities so far, and no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting and robbery.