Surabhi Raj, director of Asia Hospital in Patna, was shot dead in her office. Found by staff with multiple bullet wounds, she was transported to AIIMS, where she died. Police have begun an investigation and are analyzing CCTV footage, but no suspects have been identified yet.
On Saturday afternoon, Surabhi Raj, the director of Asia Hospital in Patna, was fatally shot in her office. Hospital staff discovered her lying in a pool of blood with multiple bullet wounds, prompting immediate action to transfer her to AIIMS Patna, where she later succumbed to her injuries.
The police are currently investigating the incident and have not identified any suspects or motives. A police officer stated, “The police learnt about the incident at around 4.30pm. A thorough probe is underway.” At the crime scene, investigators recovered at least five bullet shell casings.
During an ongoing training session at the hospital led by external doctors, trainees were unaware of the shooting until they heard unusual noises and found Raj wounded. One trainee remarked, “We were giggling and having fun when we got conscious of the noise… We found ma’am (Surabhi) lying in a pool of blood.” It has been reported that the gunshots were not audible to anyone in the vicinity.
Authorities, including a police team, a forensic unit, and a dog squad, have been deployed to the scene to conduct thorough inquiries. They are currently reviewing CCTV footage to gather leads on the assailant. As of the time of this report, the hospital has not issued an official statement regarding the incident.
This tragic incident highlights the growing concerns regarding safety in healthcare settings, particularly for professionals in leadership roles. The investigation remains ongoing, with law enforcement working diligently to identify the perpetrator and determine the motive behind this violent act against Surabhi Raj. The community awaits further information and the hospital’s response to this shocking event.
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