Gangster Vinod Pannu alias Kana was shot dead by two unidentified assailants at the main entrance of the Hisar court complex on Thursday afternoon, triggering panic on the premises.
According to The Tribune, Pannu, who had about 31 criminal cases against him, was leaving the court with around 12 aides after being acquitted in an attempt-to-murder case when the assailants suddenly opened fire at him.
Attack Details and Police Response at Hisar Court
Police sources said around 14 rounds were fired and Pannu suffered nearly 10 bullet injuries. The attack happened in broad daylight at the court complex, a location that typically has heavy security presence.
The assailants tried to flee on foot after the attack. One of Pannu's aides chased them into the court parking area. The duo allegedly shot him in the leg, but he managed to overpower one of them. The police arrested the accused, identified as Rakesh of Kharar village, while his accomplice escaped.
As reported by Harpreet Bajwa on X, the gangster was shot dead at the main gate of the District Court complex in Hisar. The area was cordoned off after the incident as police launched an investigation.
Who Was Vinod Pannu and What Led to the Shooting
Pannu, a resident of Thurana village in Hansi district, was a known gangster with a long criminal history. The fact that he was acquitted in an attempt-to-murder case just moments before the attack raises questions about whether the shooting was planned in advance.
According to The New Indian Express, police are probing possible gang rivalry as a motive for the killing. The attack outside a court complex — a place where people are supposed to seek justice — highlights the boldness of criminal networks operating in the region.
"Pannu, who faced around 31 criminal cases, was attacked near the parking area after a court hearing; police probe possible gang rivalry." — The New Indian Express
Security Concerns Raised After Court Complex Shooting
The incident has raised serious concerns about security at court premises. If armed assailants can walk up to the main gate of a court complex and fire 14 rounds at a person, it signals a failure in the security apparatus that is supposed to protect everyone who enters these buildings.
Police have arrested one suspect, Rakesh, but his accomplice remains at large. The investigation will now focus on identifying the escaped shooter and understanding the full conspiracy behind the attack.
- The attack happened at the main entrance of the Hisar court complex on Thursday afternoon
- Pannu was leaving the court after being acquitted in an attempt-to-murder case
- One of Pannu's aides was shot in the leg while chasing the assailants
- The aide managed to overpower one attacker, leading to Rakesh's arrest
Our Take: Court Safety Must Be a Priority
To put it plainly, this incident is a wake-up call. A gangster being shot dead at a court complex is not just about one criminal's death — it is about the safety of every citizen who walks into a court expecting protection. If gangsters can settle scores at the gates of a district court, what does that say about the security measures in place?
The fact that the victim was acquitted moments before the attack makes this even more troubling. It suggests the assailants knew his schedule and were waiting for the right moment. This level of planning points to organized criminal networks that operate without fear.
Police must not only catch the escaped shooter but also review security protocols at court complexes across the state. The public needs assurance that courts remain sanctuaries of justice, not hunting grounds for criminals.