Author: Team Admin

Team Goemkarponn FATORDA: Fatorda Police have registered a case against eight persons for allegedly conspiring to fraudulently acquire ancestral properties belonging to the estate of the late John Baptist Diniz through forged documents, false affidavits and impersonation. The case was registered on the complaint of Royson Da Costa and Gayle Diniz, both residents of Majorda. According to the complaint, the alleged offences took place between May 21, 2024 and August 16, 2024 at the Office of the Mamlatdar, Salcete, and notary offices within Margao. Police stated that the accused — Dyllan Robin Diniz, Melissa Aida Fernandes, Francisco Fernandes, Santosh Naik,…

Team Goemkarponn SHIRGAO: A 44-year-old man from Shirgao sustained a bleeding injury after he was allegedly assaulted with the barrel of a firearm during a quarrel at a bar in Poira, Bicholim. According to Bicholim Police, complainant Yaduvir Madhukar Gaonkar, a plumber and resident of Madhalawada, Shirgao, lodged a complaint alleging that the incident occurred at around 9 pm on June 5 at Uttam Pole Bar and Restaurant, Poira. Police stated that the accused, identified as brothers Prajyot Laxman Gaonkar (42) and Girish Laxman Gaonkar (43), both residents of Madhalawada, Shirgao, allegedly picked up a quarrel with the complainant while…

Team Goemkarponn SURLA: A TVS Ntorq scooter valued at around ₹60,000 was allegedly stolen from an open parking area at Ghodbye Junction in Surla, Sankhali, prompting Bicholim Police to register a theft case. According to police, complainant Aditya Uday Betkikar (27), a resident of Vithal Nagar, Digne, Kudnem, Sankhalim, reported that his black Panther Edition TVS Ntorq scooter bearing registration number GA-04-P-4447 went missing between 10 pm on June 5 and 2 am on June 6. The theft reportedly occurred while the scooter was parked in an open space at Ghodbye Junction, Surla. Police stated that an unidentified accused person…

Team Goemkarponn GOA VELHA: A 63-year-old scooter rider lost his life in a road accident on NH-66 at Goa Velha after an Innova Hycross car allegedly rammed into his two-wheeler from behind on Friday afternoon. According to Agacaim Police, the offence was registered on June 6 following a complaint lodged by HC Vinit Kurtikar on behalf of the State. Police stated that the accused, Mohamad Shahir Hamid Shaikh (20), a resident of Margao, was driving a white Innova Hycross bearing registration number GA-08-AD-9009. The accident reportedly occurred at around 2:30 pm on NH-66, opposite the Benetton Store at Goa Velha.…

Team Goemkarponn SIOLIM: A 28-year-old woman sustained grievous injuries after a car allegedly collided with her scooter at a four-road junction near Jimmy’s Super Market at Portawado, Marna, Siolim, on June 4. According to Anjuna Police, an offence was registered on June 7 based on a complaint filed by HC Rupesh P. Shetgaonkar. Police stated that accused Yashmita Shrikant Naik, a resident of Arpora and owner of a Hyundai i10 car bearing registration number GA-03-Y-2917, allegedly rented out her private vehicle on a self-drive basis to accused Vikram Shankar Patel (43), originally from Delhi and currently residing at Oxel, Siolim.…

“South Goa recorded a higher number of fatalities than North Goa, with 14 deaths compared to 10. While both districts face challenges, the figures suggest that certain stretches of road in South Goa may require immediate safety audits. Accident black spots are often identified after every major tragedy, yet meaningful corrective action tends to be slow and fragmented. The same dangerous junctions, poorly designed curves and inadequate pedestrian facilities continue to claim lives year after year. The government frequently highlights awareness campaigns and enforcement initiatives. While these measures are important, the statistics suggest they are not enough. Road safety cannot…

Team Goemkarponn SHIRGAO: Tension gripped Shirgao after an alleged firing incident during a family dispute, prompting a swift police response and a forensic investigation. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in the incident. According to preliminary information, a bullet was allegedly discharged during an altercation among members of a family. The projectile pierced the main entrance door of the house before striking and becoming lodged in a sofa inside the living room, highlighting the potential seriousness of the incident. Police personnel rushed to the scene soon after receiving information and secured the area. Two members of the family were taken into…