Shots fired in Gymkhana club in Belagavi

Belagavi police are investigating the firing of some gun shots in the Gymkhana club, in the military camp area, in Belagavi old city on July 14 night.

Four rounds were fired in the posterior area of the club where some persons were playing cards. On hearing them, police personnel in the adjoining street rushed to the club. The club is within walking distance of the city police commissioner’s office.

Staff on duty told the police that an attempt was made to kill Suresh Jalgar. As many as five persons came to the club late in the evening. Two stood outside while the rest entered the Rummy room. An altercation broke out while they were playing cards. The trio got into a fight with Suresh Jalgar. One person hit him on the head with a revolver butt. Then, they shot two rounds at him. He survived. The trio fired two rounds in the air while Suresh Jalgar managed to flee from the spot.

A team of officers, including Police Commissioner Borase Bhushan Gulabrao and Deputy Commissioner Niranjan Raje Urs, visited the spot. They spoke to the staff and some members of the club.

Police sources say the incident was captured on CCTV camera. Officers are examining the footage.