14 gunshots fired in public: Gangster shot dead inside Haryana court complex

On Thursday afternoon, a gangster named Vinod Panu, also known as Kana, was killed along with one of his associates inside the Hisar court complex in Haryana. The violence unfolded when two men on a motorcycle began firing indiscriminately, causing panic and chaos among the court staff, lawyers, and litigants present. The assailants managed to enter the premises through the court gate for a scheduled court appearance.

Eyewitnesses reported that lawyers and litigants hastily made their way to safety. The police swiftly responded to the scene, transporting the wounded men to a nearby government hospital, where they confirmed Kana's death. Assistant Superintendent of Police Mayank Mudgil stated that one of the suspects involved in the shooting has been apprehended, though his identity remains undisclosed due to ongoing interrogations.

The police have registered 31 criminal cases against Kana, which include the murder of Sanjay alias Bittu Sharma, a relative of Hisar MLA Savitri Jindal. Kana had a history of criminal activities and operated across various regions, including the Delhi-NCR area. He was previously arrested in Jhajjar in 2017 and had been offered a reward of Rs 7 lakh for his capture at that time.

Bar Association chief Pradeep Bajia of Hisar Bar Association criticized the police for failing to ensure adequate security within the court complex, as they were aware of a gang dispute-related hearing and the potential presence of rival gang members.