– Elderly Indian-Origin Motel Owner Shot In Chest
– Indian-Origin Motel Owner Shot Twice In US, Dies.
Accident – Death – Obituary News :
Another Indian-origin man killed in the US.
Washington: Reports have emerged from the United States of yet another Indian-origin individual becoming the victim of a fatal incident. This time, a 76-year-old motel owner in Alabama was tragically shot and killed during an altercation over a room. The victim has been identified as Pravin Raojibhai Patel, the owner of Hillcrest Motel in Sheffield. The incident occurred last week, adding to a series of recent tragedies.
A suspect, William Jeremy Moore, aged 34, was apprehended in connection with the case on February 8, according to Sheffield Police Chief Ricky Terry. As per PTI, investigating officials reported that Moore had arrived at the motel with the intention of renting a room. A dispute broke out between Moore and Patel, leading to the accused pulling out a firearm and shooting Patel.
Chief Terry stated that Moore was swiftly arrested while attempting to break into an abandoned house, and the murder weapon was recovered from his possession.
According to the report, a felony complaint indicates that Patel had asked Moore to leave the premises. As the shooter was leaving, he turned back and fired two shots into Patel’s chest. A barber working across the street confirmed hearing three gunshots and expressed shock, saying, “I can’t believe it; he was just doing his job.”
Meanwhile, the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA) expressed deep sadness, shock, and outrage over this senseless act of violence against a small business owner, which cost him his life. AAHOA Chairman Bharat Patel, quoted by PTI, stated, “Senseless acts of violence have no place in our communities, and our hearts are breaking for Pravin’s family, including his wife, children, and grandchildren.”
AAHOA Alabama Regional Director Sanjay M. Patel mentioned that Pravin Patel had spent over four decades in Sheffield, owning and operating the same motel. Describing Patel as a family-oriented person, he emphasized that Patel was known for his cheerful demeanor and astute business acumen.
The association expressed confidence that Alabama authorities would help the Patel family find justice.
Washington: Reports from the United States have revealed another distressing incident involving the killing of an Indian-origin individual. This time, a 76-year-old motel owner in Alabama, Pravin Raojibhai Patel, was shot dead during an altercation over a room at his establishment, the Hillcrest Motel in Sheffield. The tragic incident, which occurred last week, adds to a series of recent tragedies affecting the Indian community living in the US.
The suspect in custody, William Jeremy Moore, a 34-year-old man, was arrested on February 8 according to Sheffield Police Chief Ricky Terry. Sources indicate that Moore had visited the motel with the intention of renting a room but got into a dispute with Patel. The altercation escalated, leading Moore to draw a gun and shoot Patel.
Law enforcement acted swiftly, and Moore was apprehended while attempting to break into an abandoned house. The murder weapon was recovered from his possession, providing crucial evidence for the ongoing investigation.
The felony complaint filed states that Patel had asked Moore to leave the premises. However, as the shooter was leaving, he abruptly turned back and fired two shots into Patel’s chest. Witnesses, including a barber working across the street, reported hearing three gunshots. The barber expressed shock and disbelief, stating, “I can’t believe it; he was just doing his job.”
The Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA) has expressed profound sadness, shock, and outrage over this senseless act of violence that claimed the life of a small business owner. AAHOA Chairman Bharat Patel, quoted by PTI, emphasized that such acts have no place in their communities, and their hearts go out to Pravin’s family, including his wife, children, and grandchildren.
Sanjay M. Patel, AAHOA Alabama Regional Director, highlighted Pravin Patel’s deep connection to the town of Sheffield, where he had owned and operated the Hillcrest Motel for over four decades. Known for his warm and friendly nature, Patel was a family-oriented person and a shrewd businessman.
The AAHOA remains hopeful that the Alabama authorities will ensure the Patel family finds justice in the wake of this tragic incident.
Concerns Over Recent Deaths of Indian-origin residents in the US
This case further compounds the concerns surrounding the recent deaths of Indian-origin residents in the US. Just recently, a family of Indian-origin, consisting of a husband, wife, and 4-year-old twin boys, was found dead at their $2 million home in California. The police suspect it to be a murder-suicide case.
On February 10, an Indian-origin IT-executive lost his life due to injuries sustained during an assault outside a restaurant in Washington. Prior to that incident, an Indian student was attacked by robbers in Chicago.
In another tragic case, 25-year-old Vivek Saini was brutally killed by a homeless drug addict who struck his face and head with a hammer nearly 50 times. The Ministry of External Affairs in India has acknowledged these incidents and is in communication with US authorities to address the concerns.
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– Elderly Indian-Origin Motel Owner Shot In Chest Twice In US Dies
– Indian-Origin Motel Owner Shot In Chest Twice In US, Dies.
