In Patna, a shocking incident resulted in the death of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Rajkumar Rai on Wednesday night. The shooting occurred around 10 PM near Rajendra Nagar Terminal. Authorities confirmed that the attackers were captured on CCTV footage, and a comprehensive investigation is underway. Rai was actively involved in politics and had interests in land dealings. After being shot, he sought refuge in a nearby shop, but tragically succumbed to his injuries en route to the hospital.
Patna East SP Parichay Kumar stated, “A person was shot in lane number seventeen in front of Rajendra Nagar Terminal. His name is being told as Rajkumar alias Ala Rai. Accused seen in CCTV footage. There may be other culprits as well. It is being told that this person was politically active and he also used to buy and sell land. So we are investigating every angle. Our entire police team is engaged in investigating this incident. This incident happened around 10 PM.”
According to police reports, Rai was ambushed in his car near his residence, and the assailants opened fire indiscriminately. Rai managed to enter a nearby hotel seeking safety; however, the attackers followed him inside, continuing to fire. A bullet struck the hotel’s refrigerator, shattering its glass. Upon receiving the report, police arrived promptly and transported the injured Rai to PMCH, where he was pronounced dead. Investigators recovered six bullet shells from the scene.