India, July 25 -- Khadak police have arrested a history-sheeter in connection with an open firing incident in Ghorpade Peth that left a man injured and triggered panic in the densely populated locality.

The incident occurred near the Ghorpade Peth police chowki on Friday, when Sujal Pardeshi and his associates allegedly opened fire at Noor Sheikh, injuring him. Sheikh was rushed to a hospital, while the accused fled the spot.

According to police, the firing was linked to an old rivalry between the two groups. Multiple rounds were allegedly fired in the busy neighbourhood, causing panic among residents.

Following the attack, Khadak police launched a search operation and arrested Pardeshi based on a tip-off.

A police officer said, "We h...