Tragedy in Kalindi Kunj: Doctor Killed in Targeted Shooting

A doctor was shot dead inside a southeast Delhi nursing home by two juveniles suspected of targeted killing. The incident occurred in Kalindi Kunj, where Dr. Javed Akhtar was found dead after treating a boy for a toe injury. The police are investigating with six teams on the case.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 03-10-2024 15:33 IST | Created: 03-10-2024 15:33 IST
Tragedy in Kalindi Kunj: Doctor Killed in Targeted Shooting
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In the early hours of Thursday, a doctor was fatally shot inside a nursing home in Kalindi Kunj, southeast Delhi, sparking an intense investigation by local law enforcement.

The police have identified the suspects as two juveniles who arrived for medical treatment around 1 a.m. and subsequently shot Dr. Javed Akhtar, a Unani practitioner, in his cabin.

Authorities have launched an extensive manhunt, gathering CCTV evidence and interviewing staff as they probe what appears to be a premeditated act of personal vendetta.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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