US: Indian Consulate in Houston condoles death of Andhra man in robbery shooting

Texas (US), June 24: The Indian Consulate in Houston on Monday expressed deep sadness over the tragic death of Indian national Gopi Krishna Dasari, who was killed in a robbery shooting in Pleasant Grove, Dallas.

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“Deeply saddened to learn of the tragic disappearance of Indian national Gopi Krishna Dasari, during a robbery incident in Pleasant Grove, Dallas, Texas. We extend our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased,” said the Indian Consulate in Houston on X.

“@cgihou is in contact with a local family member and providing all possible assistance, including through Indian associations,” the message added.

Gopikrishna Dasari, a native of Yazali in Karlapalem Mandal of Bapatla district, Andhra Pradesh, tragically lost his life in a shooting incident at a shop in Dallas, a city in Texas.

The attacker approached him at the counter on Saturday afternoon and shot him with a gun, seriously injuring him. Although he was rushed to the hospital, Gopikrishna succumbed to his injuries on Sunday while undergoing treatment.

He had been residing in the United States for 11 months and working in a supermarket in Arkansas.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu also expressed grief over Dasari’s death and said the state government would extend all possible support to bring back the mortal remains.

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“I offer my deepest condolences to his family and assure them that GoAP will provide all possible support to help him return home. We stand firmly with the family and pray that they find the strength to get through this difficult period,” he added.

Senior BJP leader Muralidhar Rao also expressed grief over the incident: “I am deeply saddened to learn of the tragic loss of Dasari Gopikrishna of Bapatla due to a shooting incident in Texas, USA. My deepest condolences go to his family. The Andhra Pradesh government will provide all necessary support to bring him home. We stand firmly with the family during this difficult time and pray that they find the strength to cope with their loss.

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