Shiv Sena UBT leader Pradeep Purnekar shot dead by bike-borne assailants in Thane
According to police, the incident took place around 9:30 pm in front of Pradeep Purnekar’s office, where unidentified attackers allegedly opened fire at him
Thane: Pradeep Purnekar's brother Jainath Purnekar demanded justice for the Sena UBT leader following his murder, stating that the family will not proceed with the funeral until the attackers are arrested. Speaking to news agency ANI, Jainath alleged that the incident was a politically motivated attack involving a rival. He said the incident occurred around 9:32 pm on Tuesday.
"We were out collecting donations; about 5 minutes later, I received a message. We took him to the hospital, but the doctors declared him dead," he added. The family seeks answers regarding the attack, and Jainath questioned who planned, ordered, and is behind the attack. He emphasized that they only want justice and do not want this case to be buried under files like other incidents.
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