KOZHIKODE: A youth was found shot in a private lodge in Kozhikode. Perambra Kavumthara native Shamsudheen was found shot in the NCK tourist home near the KSRTC bus stand. The youth, who sustained a serious injury, has been shifted to Kozhikode Medical College Hospital.

The youth was found shot in the room this morning. His relatives had come to the lodge looking for him. Following this, the police reached the spot and broke into the room to see the youth lying in a pool of blood on the bed. He was then immediately rushed to the hospital. His condition remains critical. Police have initiated an investigation into the incident.