Attackers Ram Fortuner Thrice, Open Fire Near Nagalpur Chowkdi In Mehsana; Two Injured

Panic gripped Mehsana on Sunday night after unidentified assailants allegedly rammed a Fortuner three times before opening fire at a man sitting inside the vehicle near Nagalpur Chowkdi, leaving two people injured, police said.

Two Rounds Fired At Fortuner

The incident took place near Nagalpur Chowkdi when Bhavesh Jiliya, whom police sources described as a known criminal, was sitting in his Fortuner. The attackers allegedly drove into the vehicle three times before firing two rounds at it.

The assailants fled the spot immediately after the firing, prompting a police response. Jiliya and another person sustained injuries in the incident. Their exact condition and the nature of their injuries were not immediately known.

LCB, SOG Join Probe

Senior police officials rushed to the spot after receiving information about the firing. Teams from the Local Crime Branch (LCB) and Special Operations Group (SOG) also joined the investigation.

Police began examining CCTV footage from Nagalpur Chowkdi and nearby areas to identify the attackers and trace the vehicle allegedly used in the assault. Investigators are also questioning people who may have witnessed the incident.

Motive Yet To Be Established

The motive behind the attack has not been established. Police are examining whether the firing was linked to an old rivalry involving Jiliya or followed a recent dispute.

Investigators are also working to establish the exact sequence of events, including the circumstances in which the attackers allegedly rammed the Fortuner before opening fire.

Police are examining CCTV footage, technical evidence and information gathered from local sources to identify and trace the suspects.

Mehsana Deputy Superintendent of Police Milap Patel is expected to provide further details as the investigation progresses.