Bengaluru, Oct 19, 2026 12:34 ISTA: A 42-year-old advocate was shot dead in Bengaluru around midnight, allegedly by two of his tenants following a dispute over non-payment of rent, police said on Monday.
The victim has been identified as Manjunath. The fatal incident occurred at his residence. According to the police, both of the accused individuals work as delivery executives.
Preliminary findings indicate that an argument erupted between Manjunath and the two tenants about an hour prior to the shooting regarding pending rent payments.
The lawyer sustained a fatal gunshot wound to the head, according to law enforcement officials. The suspects fled the scene immediately following the attack.
A formal case has been registered in connection with the homicide, and a comprehensive investigation has been initiated. Authorities stated that active efforts are currently underway to track down the fleeing suspects and take them into custody.