In Guwahati, Assam, five people, including four members of the same family, were killed in a shooting at the Bilas Inn hotel during a dispute over hotel ownership and lease. Six others were injured in the incident. Police have arrested one individual and are conducting further investigations. A licensed 32-bore pistol used in the incident has also been recovered. Kathmandu, 10 Kartik.
According to Indian media reports, the incident occurred around 9 PM on Monday near Bora Service on GS Road in Guwahati. Assam police confirmed that six people were shot, five of whom died. Guwahati Police Commissioner Partha Sarathi Mahanta provided details regarding the case.
Following the incident, police apprehended one suspect, as reported by the Indian news agency ANI. The weapon used in the shooting was seized as well. The hotel is located approximately two kilometers from the Assam police headquarters. Preliminary reports indicate the violent turn of events was triggered by disputes related to the hotel’s ownership and lease operations.
