Azamgarh, Oct. 27 -- A milk vendor was shot dead today morning near Manjhariya village under Mubarakpur police station area in Azamgarh district.
The assailants, who remain unidentified, fled the scene after committing the crime. Police arrived at the spot and have begun an investigation.
According to Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Dr. Anil Kumar, the victim, identified as Patiraj Yadav alias Tilthu (51), was a resident of Piyropur village and earned his livelihood by selling milk. As per routine, he was on his way to deliver milk when the incident occurred.
Around 11:30 a.m., when Yadav reached near the Manjhariya border, unidentified bike-borne assailants opened fire at him. He sustained serious gunshot injuries and collapsed on...