Police Launch Manhunt after Two Assailants Murder Ex‑Panchayat Leader

Following the fatal shooting of former Mudarangdi Gram Panchayat head David Disuza, Udupi police have launched an intensive manhunt for the two gunmen who fled the scene on a motorcycle. The incident, which occurred near the St. Francis Xavier Church, sparked immediate fear among villagers, who rushed to aid the victim and transport him to a local hospital where he later died.

Senior police officials arrived, establishing a perimeter and coordinating with nearby stations. The investigation team is reviewing CCTV footage from surrounding streets and has begun questioning witnesses to piece together the attackers' identities and motives.