Mangaluru: A BJP supported Adyar gram panchayat (GP) was attacked on the night of Friday, July 10.

The deceased is identified as Yakub residing at Adyar Padavu

As per sources, on Friday night around 9 pm miscreants attacked Yakub and fled the spot. Though he was rushed to a private hospital in the city he succumbed to his injuries there.

It is gathered that his killing may be related to personal or political rivalry.

Local police have registered the case in this regard and investigation is on.