Dramatic Police Chase: Robbers' Narrow Escape in Hubballi-Dharwad

Two suspected robbers were shot while trying to escape from the police near Police Training School in Hubballi-Dharwad. The incident followed an attempted robbery of a Doordarshan employee. One suspect was arrested, leading police to other gang members. A scuffle ensued, resulting in shots fired in self-defense.

In a dramatic turn of events near the Police Training School, Hubballi-Dharwad, two suspected robbers were shot in their legs while attempting a bold escape from law enforcement in the early hours of Thursday.

The incident unraveled after a Doordarshan employee managed to evade an attempted robbery and promptly notified authorities. N Shashikumar, Police Commissioner, revealed that police nabbed Hussainsab Kanavalli, a notorious criminal connected to over 35 thefts across multiple states.

A pursuit led to a confrontation where Kanavalli escaped, prompting two gang members to flee. Sub-inspector Mallikarjun, citing self-defense, shot the suspects. The robbers reportedly coordinated via Instagram to avoid detection, as police continue their manhunt for Kanavalli.