Shiv Sena (UBT) Leader Pradeep Purnekar Dies After Assault, Firing in Thane
Police are investigating political rivalry and personal enmity as possible motives after the Thane division head died from bullet injuries.
- On Tuesday, Shiv Sena leader Pradeep Purnekar died after unidentified assailants assaulted and shot him in Maharashtra's Thane city around 9 p.m. near his office in the Manpada area.
- Following the shooting, Purnekar was rushed to Infinity Hospital near R Mall on Ghodbunder Road, where the division head, known as "vibhag pramukh," succumbed to his injuries during treatment.
- Investigators are scanning CCTV footage from the site and surrounding roads to trace the attackers' escape routes, while authorities established checkpoints, or "nakabandi," at major exit routes across Thane.
- Police are examining whether the attack relates to a protest Purnekar planned regarding resident issues in Manpada's Azad Nagar and Ganesh Nagar areas, investigating all potential angles including political rivalry.
- Senior leaders of the Uddhav Thackeray-led party demanded immediate arrests and a swift probe into the killing, as the incident sparked significant tension and widespread concern among local party workers.
16 Articles
16 Articles
Unidentified Assailants Kill Shiv Sena (UBT) Leader In Thane
Local Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar was shot and assaulted by unidentified assailants in Thane, Maharashtra, leading to his death during treatment. The incident, which occurred on Tuesday night, has sparked tension and concern, with police investigating potential motives like political rivalry and personal enmity. Authorities have launched a manhunt, setting up checkpoints to apprehend the suspects.
Shiv Sena UBT leader Pradeep Purnekar shot dead by unidentified attackers outside party office in Thane
Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) faction leader Pradeep Purnekar was shot dead by two unidentified attackers in Maharashtra's Thane. The firing took place in the Kapurbawdi police station area. The police are examining CCTV footage and checking exit routes to identify and trace the suspects.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar was shot dead in public in Thane. Helmeted and masked assailants fired multiple rounds near his office in Manoramanagar. Purnekar was seriously injured by two bullets. He died while undergoing treatment at a hospital. Police are investigating the attackers and the motive behind the murder.
The Economic Times
Times of IndiaShiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar dies after assault, firing in Thane
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar died after he was allegedly assaulted and shot at by unidentified assailants in Thane, police said, according to PTI.
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 57% of the sources lean Right
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
