CRPF DSP Seshagiri Rao dies in a gun misfire incident in Bhadradri Kothagudem

HYDERABAD: A CRPF DSP died in a gun misfire incident at 81st Battalion in Bhadradri Kothagudem district on Wednesday morning.

The unfortunate incident unfolded as CRPF DSP Seshagiri Rao was inspecting a firearm at the Chattala camp in Pusuguppa, 81st Battalion in Kothagudem district.

In the process, the firearm discharged, causing severe injuries to DSP Seshagiri Rao. A bullet pierced through his heart. He was immediately rushed to the nearest hospital. However, he died in the midway.

The police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the gun misfire incident.