Patna Landowner Shot by Four Armed Men in Esapur

At about 11:30 p.m. on Thursday, four armed men riding motorcycles opened fire on Mohammed Asif Shah, a 35‑year‑old land businessman, in the Esapur area of Fuldari Sharif, Patna. Shah was struck by four bullets, according to police reports, and was rushed to a nearby hospital in critical condition. Police officers on the scene secured the area and are investigating the motive behind the attack. Shah’s family has requested a swift investigation and a thorough search for the assailants. The incident has raised concerns about rising crime in the locality.