The Tragic Death of Praveen Kumar Gampa: A Rising Academic Cut Short

Praveen Kumar Gampa, a 27-year-old Indian student, was shot dead in Milwaukee during a suspected robbery at his part-time job. The Indian Consulate expressed condolences, and details reveal he was a master’s student at UW-Milwaukee, nearing graduation. His family learned of his death through confusing reports and are awaiting an autopsy for further clarity.

Praveen Kumar Gampa, a 27-year-old Indian student, was tragically shot dead in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He was found with multiple bullet wounds, suspected to be a victim of a robbery at the store where he held a part-time job. The incident has drawn significant media attention, including coverage from The Indian Express.

The Consulate General of India in Chicago expressed its condolences on social media. They conveyed their sadness over Gampa’s untimely death, stating, “We are saddened by the untimely death of Praveen Kumar Gampa, a Post-graduate student at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee… Our heartfelt condolences and prayers are with his family and friends of the departed.”

Gampa hailed from Keshampet mandal in Rangareddy district, Telangana, and was pursuing a master’s degree in Data Science at the University of Wisconsin, having arrived in the U.S. in August 2023 after completing his BTech in Hyderabad. Just months away from graduation, he had plans to secure employment and settle into a new phase of life.

According to Gampa’s father, Raghavulu, he received a suspicious WhatsApp call early on Wednesday morning. When he and other family members tried to contact Praveen, they were puzzled by the lack of response. Eventually, a person answering the call sought information about Praveen’s date of birth, raising alarm. After hearing from police and friends, the family confirmed Praveen’s tragic passing by gunfire, though initial reports varied regarding the identity of the weapon used in the incident.

Local authorities have informed the family that an autopsy will determine the cause of death, providing additional clarity about the circumstances surrounding this unfortunate event.

Praveen Kumar Gampa’s tragic death highlights issues of safety facing international students. His journey as a promising Data Science student tragically cut short raises concerns about violence and safety in communities. The Indian Consulate’s involvement underscores the significant diplomatic connections concerned with overseas students, while details surrounding the incident remain under investigation.

Original Source: www.hindustantimes.com