Police arrest three suspects in murder of Congress leader David D'Souza in Udupi
Police in Udupi, Karnataka, have arrested three individuals in connection with the murder of Congress leader and contractor David D'Souza. D'Souza was shot in the head on August 7 at the St. Xavier's Church Complex in Mudrangadi while walking to his vehicle. He was transported to a hospital in Udupi, where he was declared dead. During the subsequent police operation to apprehend the suspects, one individual attempted to escape near Byndoor and was shot in the leg by an officer.
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What Happened
Three suspects were arrested following the fatal shooting of David D'Souza, a Congress leader and former president of the Mudarangadi Gram Panchayat, in Udupi district on August 7. The victim was attacked at the St. Xavier's Church Complex at approximately 3:45 pm as he approached his vehicle. Assailants on a motorcycle fired a pistol at his head, causing injuries that proved fatal after he was taken to a local hospital.
During the police investigation, a team led by local sub-inspectors tracked the suspects to the Byndoor area. One of the accused, identified as Raju, allegedly assaulted officers and attempted to flee custody near Ottinene. A police sub-inspector fired a service pistol at the suspect's leg to prevent his escape, resulting in an injury to the suspect and minor injuries to the officer. The suspect was subsequently taken into custody.
Key Facts
- David D'Souza was a Congress leader and former president of the Mudarangadi Gram Panchayat.
- The incident occurred on August 7 at the St. Xavier's Church Complex in Mudrangadi.
- D'Souza died from a gunshot wound to the head.
- Police have arrested three individuals in connection with the murder.
- One suspect was shot in the leg by police while attempting to escape near Byndoor.
- A police sub-inspector sustained injuries during the arrest of the suspect.
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