US EditionWho was Suhas Shetty? Murder accused hacked to death; Mangaluru on high alert, bandh in most parts of Dakshina Kannada
- Suhas Shetty, a 30-year-old accused in multiple criminal cases including two murder trials, was hacked to death on May 1, 2025, in Bajpe, Mangaluru.
- The killing followed Shetty's involvement as a prime accused in the 2022 murder of Mohammed Fazil, with police and intelligence officials suggesting a possible retaliatory motive amid communal tensions.
- Shetty was attacked by five to six assailants armed with sharp weapons after their vehicle was intercepted near Kinnikambla, leading to his critical injuries and subsequent death at AJ Hospital.
- Authorities imposed prohibitory orders from May 2 to May 6 across Mangaluru, banning public gatherings and loud activities, while deploying around 1,000 police personnel and 22 KSRP platoons to maintain order.
- The murder sparked a political controversy, with the BJP criticizing the Congress-led state government for not adequately safeguarding Hindu activists, while investigations proceed and Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah promised prompt action against those responsible.
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BJP Leader Demands NIA Probe into Hindutva Activist Suhas Shetty's Murder
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Dakshina Kannada MP Captain Brijesh Chowta on Monday urged the Karnataka government to transfer the murder case of Hindutva activist Suhas Shetty to the National Investigation Agency (NIA), alleging that state authorities were 'downplaying' the case. India News | BJP Leader Demands NIA Probe into Hindutva Activist Suhas Shetty's Murder.
Abdul Safwan, Muzammil, Rizwan among 8 arrested in Hindu activist Suhas Shetty's murder
The roots of this crime trace back to an attack on Safwan in 2023. Since then, he had been plotting revenge, eventually recruiting Mahroof to the plan. They struck a deadly deal — ₹5 lakh for Suhas Shetty’s life, with ₹3 lakh paid in advance.
Ex-Bajrang Dal man killed in Mangaluru, Karnataka
A former Bajrang Dal member, Suhas Shetty, was attacked by unidentified assailants in Mangaluru, Karnataka, and later died from his injuries in a private hospital. The incident occurred on May 1 around 8:27 PM, when Shetty — who had a criminal record — was travelling by car. Two other vehicles reportedly intercepted his car, and five to six men attacked him on the road. The attack left Shetty critically injured. After news of his death spread, Hi
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