A 28-year-old gym trainer was shot dead in south Delhi’s Fatehpur Beri area on Monday morning after two motorcycle-borne attackers allegedly opened fire at him, police said. Around 15 rounds were reportedly fired during the incident, triggering panic among residents.
The victim, identified as Vijay, was attacked in Aya Nagar village at around 10 am. According to police, the two assailants approached him on a motorcycle and allegedly fired multiple rounds before escaping from the area.
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The shooting prompted a quick response from senior police officials, who reached the spot after being alerted about the incident. Police teams have launched an investigation and are examining CCTV footage from the area to identify the attackers and trace their escape route.
Investigators suspect that personal rivalry could have played a role in the killing, though the exact motive has not yet been established. Police are also looking into the victim’s background and his recent interactions to determine whether he had any known disputes.
The incident has sparked concern among residents of Aya Nagar, particularly as the area had reportedly witnessed another firing incident a few months ago.
Security personnel have been deployed in the locality following the shooting to maintain law and order and prevent any further escalation.
Police teams are collecting evidence from the crime scene and questioning people who may have witnessed the attack. Investigators are also scanning available CCTV recordings in an effort to establish the sequence of events and identify the two suspects.
The search for the attackers is currently underway, while police continue to investigate whether the shooting was the result of a personal dispute or a larger criminal rivalry.
