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Two Killed And Six Injured As Bank Security Guard Fires Shots

A bank security guard, Rajpal Rajawat, transformed a minor disagreement into a horrifying incident, opening fire and resulting in the deaths of two individuals and injuries to six others.

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A bank security guard, Rajpal Rajawat, transformed a minor disagreement into a horrifying incident
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In a shocking turn of events, a seemingly mundane dispute between two neighboring families in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, erupted into a tragic incident, leaving two individuals dead and six others wounded. The unexpected clash, stemming from a disagreement over their pet dogs, took an even darker twist when a bank security guard, identified as Rajpal Rajawat, unleashed gunfire upon the unsuspecting crowd.

Rajawat, whose professional duty involved safeguarding assets at a local branch of Bank of Baroda, transformed from a protector to a perpetrator as he fired shots into the night sky from his terrace, before turning his weapon towards those gathered below. The victims, Vimal (35) and Rahul Verma (28), lost their lives as a result of this senseless violence, while six additional individuals suffered injuries, now being treated with the hope of recovery, according to PTI reports. 

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According to Amrendra Singh, Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police, the tragic incident originated from a minor scuffle between the two neighbors' canine companions in the serene Krishnabagh Colony. What began as a disagreement between pet owners escalated beyond imagination, leading to the fateful night's events. It's worth noting that there were no pre-existing conflicts between Rajawat and his neighbor, highlighting the astounding nature of the incident.

Law enforcement swiftly intervened, apprehending Rajawat and confiscating his double-barrel 12 bore firearm.

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