SaralnamaA suspended MGNREGA assistant, Mohammad Riyaz, was shot dead near Mahavir Colony in Madhubani. Unknown bike-borne attackers killed Riyaz as he returned from testifying in Patna. Police Superintendent Yogendra Kumar rushed to the scene, ordering a forensic team to collect evidence. An SIT led by Sadar SDPO is conducting raids. Riyaz's wife, Jannat Parveen, accused three former POs and the Panchayat Samiti of death threats. She had requested security during testimony in Patna. Police filed a case naming three ex-POs based on Jannat's statement. A night patrol officer was suspended for negligence. SP Kumar promised a thorough investigation and swift arrests. (Updated 18 Oct 2025, 19:31 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- A suspended MGNREGA assistant, Mohammad Riyaz, was shot dead near Mahavir Colony in Madhubani on 25 Aug 2023
- Unknown bike-borne attackers killed Riyaz as he returned from testifying in Patna
- Police Superintendent Yogendra Kumar rushed to the scene, ordering a forensic team to collect evidence