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Crime
Merchant Shoots Navy Sailor in Muzaffarpur Amid Dispute, Police Probe
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 18 Sep 2026, 07:16 PM
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A merchant allegedly opened fire on a Navy sailor during a personal dispute in Muzaffarpur, Bihar. Local police have opened an investigation into the incident.
Muzaffarpur, Bihar – Police reports indicate that a merchant shot a serving Navy sailor following a personal disagreement between the two parties. The incident occurred on a public road in the city, prompting immediate attention from law‑enforcement officials.
According to the investigating team, the dispute escalated quickly, leading the merchant to discharge a firearm at the sailor. The sailor sustained injuries and was rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment, while the assailant was detained at the scene.
A police spokesperson confirmed that a formal case has been registered and forensic examination of the weapon and the crime scene is underway. The authorities have urged witnesses to come forward and have assured that the investigation will be thorough to determine the motive and any possible legal repercussions.
According to the investigating team, the dispute escalated quickly, leading the merchant to discharge a firearm at the sailor. The sailor sustained injuries and was rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment, while the assailant was detained at the scene.
A police spokesperson confirmed that a formal case has been registered and forensic examination of the weapon and the crime scene is underway. The authorities have urged witnesses to come forward and have assured that the investigation will be thorough to determine the motive and any possible legal repercussions.