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**Summary:**
The Holehonnur police in Shivamogga, Karnataka, shot and arrested Manjunath, a suspect in the May 9th murder of areca merchant Hemanna. Manjunath allegedly assaulted a police officer and attempted to escape arrest near Holalur. Police fired at his leg to prevent his escape, and he is now hospitalized.
**News Article:**
**Karnataka Police Shoot, Arrest Murder Suspect After Alleged Assault and Escape Attempt**
**Shivamogga, May 20, 2025 (The Hindu) -** A suspect in the recent murder of an areca merchant was shot and apprehended by police in Shivamogga district on Monday. The Holehonnur police, acting on a tip-off, attempted to arrest Manjunath, who is accused in the May 9th murder of Hemanna, near Holalur in Shivamogga taluk.
According to Superintendent of Police G.K. Mithun Kumar, Manjunath allegedly assaulted a police officer, identified as Prakash, and attempted to flee. “Police inspector Lakshmipathi was forced to open fire to safeguard his staff and secure the accused,” Kumar stated.
Manjunath sustained a bullet wound to his right leg and was taken to a local hospital for treatment.
The May 9th murder involved Hemanna, an areca merchant, who was found dead during his morning walk near Hosakoppa, near Holehonnur. Police had identified Manjunath as one of three potential suspects in the case.
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