Indore property dealer critically injured in shooting:Bike-borne assailants open fire near Sun City colony; 3 shots hit stomach and hand; probe on

In a brazen evening attack near Sun City Colony, unidentified bike-borne assailants shot at property dealer Manoj Nagar, leaving him seriously injured with three bullets in his stomach and arm. The incident occurred on Wednesday night when Nagar had gone to meet an acquaintance near the colony’s gate. Attack near high-security area The shooting took place in an area where several senior police and administrative officials reside. Local authorities have intensified the investigation and are reviewing CCTV footage from the vicinity to track down the attackers. Eyewitnesses reported that the assailants, riding a motorcycle and wearing helmets, opened fire in quick succession. Nagar was immediately rushed to Bambai Hospital by locals after he sustained multiple gunshot wounds. His condition remains critical. Criminal background of the victim Manoj Nagar is a known figure in Indore’s property and real estate circles and has a history of criminal cases registered at Khajrana Police Station. He has previously been jailed four times and is reportedly linked to multiple illegal property dealings in Naiya Nagar and surrounding areas. According to the Lasudia Police, Nagar had been involved in numerous disputes over land and unauthorized colonies. Complaints filed by residents and administration have led to three FIRs against him. Despite previous strict actions by the authorities, he continued his controversial dealings. Connections with other criminals Sources indicate that Nagar is connected with history-sheeter criminals, including the notorious Babbu Chhabbu, and remains embroiled in multiple disputes over illegal plots with locals. Police are currently investigating not only the assailants but also Nagar’s network, as they suspect the attack could be linked to ongoing property disputes. “The preliminary investigation suggests that the attack could be related to Nagar’s past disputes in the real estate sector. We are examining all angles, including his associates and potential enmities,” said a senior police officer involved in the probe. Police investigation underway Authorities have intensified patrolling and are reviewing CCTV recordings from the area. They are also questioning locals and witnesses to identify the motorcycle-borne shooters. The incident has raised concerns about law and order in Indore, particularly in areas near high-profile colonies where administrative and police officials reside. Public and administrative response Residents of Sun City Colony expressed shock over the attack, stating that such an incident in a supposedly secure neighborhood is alarming. The administration has reportedly assured tighter security and swift action against the perpetrators. Meanwhile, police continue to explore multiple angles, including land disputes, criminal rivalries, and retaliation as potential motives for the attack on Nagar. ​