Indian-origin student killed in Kansas City

Sharath Koppu, a 26-year-old student from Telangana was killed after unknown persons opened fire at a restaurant in Kansas City.

Koppu was studying at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. He moved to Missouri earlier this year to pursue higher studies.

The Kansas Police announced a reward of 10,000 US dollars for providing information about the suspect in regard to the robbery and murder of Koppu.

The police released CCTV footage on their Twitter handle, where the murder suspect can be seen.

Meanwhile, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj has expressed her heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. The MEA is following up with the Police and provide all assistance to the family.