An Indian-origin doctor was shot dead in the US city of Tuscaloosa in Alabama on Friday.
The deceased medical practitioner was identified as Dr Ramesh Babu Peramsetty. He was 63.
Details about the incident are still not clear.
Media reports said he was a famous doctor in Tuscaloosa who built multiple hospitals across the USA.
Dr Ramesh Babu Peramsetty was originally from Andhra Pradesh’s Tirupati district.
The Indian-origin physician was reportedly one of the founders of a group of local medical professionals operating under the Crimson network.
Crimson Care team confirmed and condoled the death of the doctor by posting a statement on Facebook.
It wrote: “As many are aware at this moment, we have been informed of Dr. Ramesh Peramsetty’s passing. The Peramsetty family ask for us to give them privacy as they grieve his passing. They have received abundant outpouring of love and faith.”
“We will continue to honor him as he would want us to do. Thank you for your understanding,” the statement further said.
In a separate post, Crimson Care team said: “Please continue to keep the Peramsetty and Crimson Care Network family in your thoughts and prayers as we navigate this challenging time. Our team is prepared to make more statements within the next few days. We will continue to honor his legacy. Our clinics remain open during the transition.”
His patients mourned the death of the doctor and paid their tributes in the comment section.
One Danielle Taylor wrote: “One of the best doctors that ever treated me.”
Another Facebook user Jewell Sandoval said: “A wonderful doctor. Condolences.”
