ROME (Kashmir English): Two Sikhs were shot dead in Covo, Bergamo province of Italy, just as they were leaving a warehouse used as a place of worship during a gathering for the Vaisakhi festival.
According to Kashmir Media Service, reports said the attack occurred on Friday, a few minutes before midnight, in the square in front of the Gurdwara Mata Sahib Kaur in the industrial area of the town.
Sikh victims
The deceased were identified as Raginder Singh, 48, a resident of Covo, and Gurmit Singh, 48, from Agnadello.
The assailant allegedly approached the men, opened fire and then fled in a car. According to initial findings, a sudden brawl that escalated into bloodshed has been ruled out, the reports said.
Approximately 10 shell casings were recovered from the scene as authorities investigate the hypothesis of a “coldly planned execution.”
A witness was quoted as telling reporters that the shooter was “an Indian” who also frequented the gurdwara.
An official celebration for Vaisakhi was planned for Saturday nearby with the participation of local institutions.
