Patna, May 15 -- A shopkeeper was allegedly shot dead during a blackout in Bihar's Patna district, police said on Thursday, adding that an investigation into the incident is currently underway.

According to police officials, the deceased has been identified as Pintu Kumar, a local spice trader. The incident took place late at night when unidentified assailants allegedly opened fire on him during a power outage in the area.

ASP Raj Kishore Singh said the victim succumbed to injuries at the spot and the exact details regarding the number of bullet injuries would be confirmed after the post-mortem examination.

"A spice shopkeeper named Pintu Kumar was reportedly shot during a blackout. The incident is under investigation... The exact numb...