Police shoot accused during escape attempt in Shivamogga (opens original article in a new tab)

Police shot and injured an accused during a mahajar in Shivamogga after he assaulted a constable and tried to escape. The accused was arrested in connection with a murder case.

• Police shot and injured an accused during a mahajar in Shivamogga on June 14, 2026
• The accused, Madhu, assaulted a constable and attempted to escape during the site inspection
• Madhu was arrested in connection with the murder of Narasimha, a rowdy sheeter, on June 12, 2026