In a shocking incident, unidentified persons opened fire at the residence of advocate Pooja Kakatakar between 1 and 2 am last night. The shots were aimed at the first floor of the house on Mandoli Road, Belagavi, at a time when her daughter was reportedly upstairs reading.
The firing shattered the first-floor window glass, with a clear bullet mark visible at the site. Police teams visited the spot for inspection. The damaged window pane containing the bullet has been sent to the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) for detailed analysis.
A case has been registered at the Belagavi Rural Police Station, and investigations are underway. Advocate Pooja Kakatakar, who has been practicing for the past 18 years, has been assured police protection following the incident.
Preliminary suspicion suggests that the attack could be linked to a high-profile case she is currently handling, though officials are awaiting the FSL report for further clarity.