Telangana techie Mohammed Nizamuddin (30) from Mahabubnagar was shot dead by US police in Santa Clara after a scuffle with his roommate. Family urges EAM Jaishankar to bring back his body.
Telangana Techie Mohammed Nizamuddin Shot Dead in the US
A tragic incident has left a family in Telangana devastated after 30-year-old Mohammed Nizamuddin, a tech professional from Mahabubnagar district, was shot dead by police in Santa Clara, California. The incident reportedly took place on September 3, but his family received confirmation only on Thursday.
According to initial reports, Nizamuddin was allegedly involved in a scuffle with his roommate over a petty matter. The confrontation escalated, leading to police intervention, during which he was fatally shot. However, the exact circumstances remain unclear, and details of the incident are still awaited.
Key Highlights
- Victim Identified: Mohammed Nizamuddin (30), techie from Mahabubnagar, Telangana.
- Incident: Shot dead by Santa Clara Police, reportedly after a scuffle with his roommate.
- Timeline: Incident occurred on September 3, family informed on Thursday.
- Family Appeal: Father requests External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to help repatriate the body.
- Next Steps: Awaiting official statement from US authorities and Indian consulate’s intervention.
Family in Shock, Appeals to Indian Government
Nizamuddin’s father, Mohammed Hasnuddin, expressed deep grief over the sudden loss of his son. Speaking to media, he said that he received information about the shooting through one of Nizamuddin’s friends.
“Today morning I came to know he was shot dead by Santa Clara Police and his mortal remains are in a hospital in Santa Clara, California. I do not know the actual reasons why police shot him dead,” Hasnuddin wrote in a letter addressed to External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar.
The grieving family has appealed to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and the Indian Embassy in the US to assist in bringing Nizamuddin’s mortal remains back to Mahabubnagar at the earliest.
Investigation Underway
While Santa Clara Police have not yet released a detailed statement, sources suggest that the altercation with the roommate triggered the police action. The Indian consulate in San Francisco is likely to coordinate with local authorities to gather more information and extend necessary support to the family.
Community in Mourning
News of Nizamuddin’s death has shocked the local community in Telangana, where relatives, friends, and neighbors gathered at his family’s residence to offer condolences. Many have urged the government to ensure a fair investigation into the shooting and provide all possible assistance to the bereaved family.
The untimely death of Telangana techie Mohammed Nizamuddin in the US has sparked grief and concern in India. With limited clarity on the events that led to the police shooting, his family is anxiously seeking the government’s intervention to bring his body home. The incident highlights the need for transparent investigation and swift diplomatic assistance in such tragedies involving Indian nationals abroad.