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A Communist Party of India (CPI) leader was shot dead by unidentified persons in Hyderabad's Malakpet area on the morning of Tuesday, July 15.
The assailants, who came in a car, opened fire on Chandu Nayak, a CPI leader, and fled the scene. The 47-year-old died on the spot.
The incident occurred near a park around 7 am in Shalivahana Nagar, triggering panic in the area. The man was shot dead in front of his wife and son.
The victim, along with his wife and son, was out on a morning walk when the assailants opened fire on him.
Police rushed to the scene and shifted the body to the hospital.
The victim was a native of Narsaipalli in Balmuru mandal of Nagarkurnool district and was residing in Chaintanyapuri with his family.
The incident created panic among morning walkers at the park and children who were on their way to school. A large number of people gathered at the spot. They were shocked by Chandu Nayak's killing.
Local residents said the CPI leader was popular in the area and often helped them with any problems. Some women said Chandu Nayak helped them in getting house sites in the area.
Senior police officials and the forensic team are on the spot.
Police were scanning CCTV footage in the area to identify the killers. They were also investigating whether Chandu Nayak had any disputes with anyone.
The victim was reportedly in the real estate business. Police are probing whether the killing may be related to a property dispute.