Who is Ricky Rai? Manager reveals key details in his shooting case | Today news

Ricky Rai was shot by unidentified attackers near his home in the Ramanagara district at about 1:30 on Saturday. He is currently being treated at Manipal Hospital, Bengaluru. Who is Ricky Rai? Ricky Rai is the son of the former gang member and founder of Jaya Karnataka, Muttappa Rai, who passed away in 2020. Several cases have been filed against Ricky, who, according to a Hindu report, are with many gangsters about Karnataka, which people are aware of the development. He is based abroad and visited Bengaluru a few days ago, adding it. Ricky is currently conducting treatment, has not sustained any life-threatening injuries, Karnataka Home Affairs Minister G Parameshwara told Ani. He further said: ‘Information came that the incident happened late last night. The police officer concerned was instructed to provide further details. ‘ Parameshwara added: “At the moment, Ricky Rai sustained no serious injuries and was treated at a private hospital in Bengaluru.” The reason behind the attack is not yet known. The incident unfolded after some unidentified individuals allegedly opened three fire rounds. Ricky sits in the back of the back as the bullet hits the driver’s seat. The bullet injured both Ricky and his driver, according to a report by PTI. What did the driver reveal? Ricky’s manager, Basavaraju, shared details about the incident. “Ricky usually insists on driving himself, he enjoys being behind the wheel. But last night he unexpectedly told him to drive, ‘Basavaraju told The Times of India. A while later he heard gunshots. “Something hit the right door. Ricky was hit, his nose was bleeding, ‘he added. Police also informed that Ricky, who prefers to drive mostly, sustained injuries to his nose and arms. He was initially taken to a private Bidadi Hospital and later referred to the Manipal Hospital in Bengaluru for further treatment. A case was brought against the second wife of Muthappa Rai, Anuradha, entrepreneur Rakesh Malli, former adherence to Muthappa and Niketan Trust based on the complaint received by the driver, the report states, citing a senior police officer. Police verify the CCTV footage from the nearby areas to identify the suspects. First published: 19 Apr 2025, 02:23 pm Ist