Indian Dental Student from Hyderabad Shot Dead in Texas
Chandrashekar Pole, an Indian student from Hyderabad pursuing higher studies in the US, was shot and killed while working part-time at a gas station in Denton, Texas. Pole had completed his Bachelor of Dental Surgery in India before moving to the US. The incident has caused shock and grief in his home state of Telangana, with political leaders urging the Indian government to coordinate with US authorities and facilitate the repatriation of his remains to his family.
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Authorities have launched an investigation, but details about the motive or suspects remain unclear. The shooting occurred suddenly while Chandrashekar Pole was on duty at the gas station, and no suspect has yet been identified.
The Consulate General of India in Houston is coordinating with local authorities, providing consular assistance, and expediting paperwork to repatriate Pole’s remains. Telangana political leaders have also pledged support and urged swift action to help the family.
After completing his Master’s in Data Analytics from the University of North Texas, Pole was searching for full-time employment and worked part-time at the gas station to support himself during his job search.
The incident has caused deep shock and grief among the Indian community in both the US and Telangana. Community leaders, politicians, and consular officials have publicly expressed condolences and offered support to Pole’s family.