Police personnel stand guard while former Bajrang Dal member Suhas Shetty's mortal remains were being taken to his native place, in Mangaluru, Friday, May 2. PTI
Suhas Shetty murder in Mangaluru: No religious link, says Speaker Khader
He appealed to the people of Mangaluru to maintain peace and law and order, stressing that violence cannot be justified regardless of the circumstances
Karnataka Assembly Speaker UT Khader has clarified that rowdy sheeter and Hindutva activist Suhas Shetty’s murder in Mangaluru is not connected to political or religious issues.
On Thursday evening (May 1), Suhas was killed by an unidentified group within the Bajpe police station limits in Mangaluru city.
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The police confirmed that Suhas was an accused in two murder cases and had a criminal background, with around five or six other cases against him.
In an exclusive interview with The Federal Karnataka, Khader urged the police to carry out a comprehensive investigation to uncover the full background of those involved and the motives behind the murder.
Appeal for peace
He appealed to the people of Mangaluru to maintain peace and law and order, stressing that violence cannot be justified regardless of the circumstances.
When asked about BJP leaders visiting the crime scene, Khader refrained from making political statements, saying it is the government’s responsibility to handle the matter.
‘Preserve Mangaluru’s reputation’
Khader highlighted that Mangaluru is known for education, healthcare, tourism, and religious harmony, second only to Bengaluru in development. He urged people not to let such incidents tarnish the region’s image or push it backward.
He emphasised that it is the duty of political parties to reduce public pain and disappointment and not attempt to create disturbances or crises.
(This article was originally published in The Federal Karnataka)