Archive · 27 Jul 2026
Rowdy-sheeter hacked to death in Tumakuru
A 42-year-old man known as a rowdy-sheeter was killed by a group of unknown attackers in Tumakuru district.
The attack happened near his home late on Sunday night.
The man, named Malla, was hurt badly with sharp weapons and died right away.
Police think the killing might be because of old fights or gang problems.
They are looking into it by checking cameras and gathering clues.
Malla was known for past crimes, including a murder case in 2008.
The police are trying to find the attackers and understand why this happened.
A 42-year-old rowdy-sheeter named Malla was hacked to death by unidentified assailants in Tumakuru district.
The attack occurred near Garuda Cafe at Belagumba at around 8:30 pm on Sunday night.
Malla was intercepted and attacked with sharp-edged weapons, dying at the scene.
Police suspect the murder may be due to old enmity or gang rivalry.
Investigators are examining CCTV footage and collecting evidence to identify the assailants.
- Who
- Malla alias Veeranna, a 42-year-old rowdy-sheeter
- What
- Hacked to death by unidentified assailants
- When
- Sunday night at around 8:30 pm
- Where
- Near Garuda Cafe at Belagumba, Tumakuru district
- Why
- Suspected old enmity or gang rivalry
Police Investigation
Community Concerns
Investigation Progress
Police Investigation
Police are actively investigating the murder, examining CCTV footage, and collecting evidence to identify the assailants.
Community Concerns
The community is concerned about the safety and the rise in violent incidents in the area.
- Victim's Name
- Malla alias Veeranna
- Age
- 42
- Location
- Belagumba, Tumakuru district
- Time of Incident
- 8:30 pm on Sunday night
- Suspected Motive
- Old enmity or gang rivalry
- Investigating Officer
- Tumakuru Superintendent of Police Ashok