A dispute at a petrol station in Vijayapura district escalated into a shooting, leaving two friends injured and prompting a police investigation. The incident took place at a petrol station in Mattihal village of Kolhar taluk.
Police have detained the petrol station owner, identified as Sangappa Poojari, in connection with the incident. The case falls under the jurisdiction of Kolhar police station.
According to the information available about the incident, the two injured men, identified as Sukhdev and Raju, had gone to the petrol station together. A disagreement reportedly broke out between them and the station owner during their visit.
The argument later escalated. Police said Sangappa allegedly went home, returned with a licensed firearm and opened fire at the two men. Both Sukhdev and Raju were injured in the incident.
The injured friends were taken to a private hospital in Vijayapura for treatment. Sukhdev sustained gunshot injuries, while his friend Raju was also injured. Their condition was being monitored by doctors.
The incident created tension in Mattihal village, with police reaching the location soon after receiving information about the shooting. Officers inspected the petrol station and gathered details about what happened before and after the argument.
A special investigation team and local police personnel were involved in examining the scene, according to the information provided about the case. Investigators are expected to establish the sequence of events and determine the circumstances that led to the shooting.
The firearm allegedly used in the incident was a licensed weapon. Police have taken Sangappa into custody as the investigation continues.
The shooting has once again drawn attention to how quickly disputes can escalate into serious incidents when firearms are involved. Authorities are expected to record statements from the injured men and other people who may have witnessed the confrontation.
The exact reason behind the initial argument is still being investigated. Police will also examine available evidence from the petrol station and surrounding area as part of the case.
Meanwhile, another incident was reported separately in Vijayapura city. The body of a young man was found near Darga Ring Road in a vehicle crane, according to the information provided. The deceased was identified as Akash Patil.
Adarsh Nagar police visited the location after receiving information and began an inquiry. The circumstances surrounding the death are being investigated by the police.
The two incidents are separate and there is no information indicating a connection between them.
In the petrol station case, the immediate focus remains on the treatment of the injured men and the investigation into the shooting. Police are expected to continue questioning those involved before taking further legal action.
