A constable Shivkumar was shot dead by Maoists in Bastar region of Maoist-infested Chhattisgarh on Saturday. The policeman, who was suffering from Malaria, was being taken in a civil bus to Dornapal from Temilwada in Sukma district for treatment when the incident occurred.

His company commander took the decision of taking him to Sukma without informing his seniors. His movement was spotted by Maoists who tracked the bus after it travelled 3km from the camp.



Shivkumar was immediately identified and was asked to de-board the bus. His body was later found on Saturday morning.

Police are trying to ascertain how the incident happened and is likely to take action against the commander.

