hi INDiA Copyright 2022-2050
Acworth community prays for liquor store owner shot during robbery
Kaushik Govani, an involved member of the community, suffered a tragic event on the night of May 12, 2021, when his store, Bottle Shop had an armed robbery. On that tragic night, he suffered three gun shot wounds which caused severe injuries to his heart, diaphragm, stomach, liver, and spleen. He is currently fighting for his life in the trauma ICU, on a ventilator and with advanced-life treatments.
Locals in the community describe Kaushik as a kind-hearted individual, who always has a smile on his face and is ready to help others. He is a hardworking, loyal, and honest man. Bottle Shop is very near-and-dear to his heart, and he takes the time to know his customers and the community.
In addition to operating Bottle Shop, located in Acworth, Georgia, he is the sole provider for a family of five. His medical expenses from this tragic event bears heavy on the family and we appreciate any support during this difficult time. At this time we ask you to pray for his speedy recovery and strength to stand on his feet and support his family again. Keep him close in your prayers and thoughts.
BUY-SELL | HELP WANTED | MATRIMONIAL
COBB COUNTY, Ga – Cobb County police are searching for a man who robbed a liquor store Wednesday night. Investigators said the owner was shot during the robbery.
The Bottle Shop at the corner of Hickory Grove and Baker roads just outside Acworth was closed Thursday. That didn’t stop people from coming by to place flowers at the door and saying a little prayer that the owner recovers.
“I just wanted to come check on him and I hope his family is okay,” said customer Chris Brown.
The owner of the Bottle Shop was the only one in the store Wednesday night when police say someone walked in with a gun and demanded money. Investigators said 55-year-old Kaushik Govani was shot multiple times.
“I hear the sound and I go over there and see that and I called 911,” said Tez Patel.
Patel works in the convenience store right next door. He said he heard the gunshots.
“I go over there and I was real scared, I saw him bleeding,” said Patel.
First responders arrived and Govani was rushed to the hospital.
Thursday, Angel Cottle came by to leave flowers at the front door. She said she just wanted Govani and his family to know she was thinking about them.
“He’s a nice man, don’t deserve something like this,” said Cottle.
Govani has owned the store for several years. Over time people have gotten to know him, and can’t say enough good things about him.
“I really hope they catch who did this, and if you all know who did it you all need to call the police, because he really hurt someone who means a lot to this community,” said Tessa Pierre, a customer.
The store has surveillance cameras. Investigators are reviewing the videos to get a good description of who they’re looking for.
Replica of Print on your device!
