Aman sustained gunshot injuries after he was shot at by a relative over a long-standing enmity at Bagadia under Sadar police limits in Odisha’s Angul district. Shockingly, the man was shot at in his own house by the relative who is now absconding after the incident.With bullet injuries, the man was admitted to the local hospital and his condition was reportedly critical. The young man was receiving treatment at the Chhendipada community health centre (CHC), it was learnt.According to sources, the incident took place when the individual was in his house. Over a past dispute, the relative stormed into the man’s house and started firing at him. Luckily, the bullet struck the man’s leg instead of his head or other body parts that saved him from death. Reports suggest that the individual responsible for the shooting has been absconding after the incident. Local authorities are investigating the matter further to apprehend the suspect and ensure community safety.Residents of Bagadia expressed concern over increasing violence and urged law enforcement to take swift action to restore peace in the area. Meanwhile, medical personnel at Chhendipada CHC attending to the injured man’s needs said they were monitoring his recovery closely.The incident has sparked concern about the possession of guns and pistols by people in the area. The event has underscored the importance of intervention of police in the illegal smuggling of arms and ammunitions in the area, preventing violence and maintaining harmony in the region.Local police appealed to any witnesses or individuals with information to come forward as the investigation unfolded.