New York, August 25: A renowned Indian-origin physician was tragically shot and killed in Alabama's Tuscaloosa on Friday, August 23. Dr Ramesh Babu Peramsetty, originally from Tirupati district in India's Andhra Pradesh, was a prominent figure in the medical community, operating several hospitals across the United States.

Dr Peramsetty was one of the founders and the medical director of the Crimson Care Network, a group of local medical officers. He was highly respected for his contributions to healthcare and his dedicated practice as a physician in Tuscaloosa, NDTV reported. Indian-American Man Killed in US: Hemant Mistry Dies After Being Punched in Face in Oklahoma, Accused Arrested; Terrifying Video Surfaces.

Dr Ramesh Babu Peramsetty Shot Dead in Alabama:

In a statement on Facebook, the Crimson Care Network expressed their grief: “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 network also mentioned that more statements would be made in the coming days.

Who Was Dr Ramesh Babu Peramsetty, Indian-Origin Doctor Shot Dead in US?

Dr Peramsetty graduated from the Medical College of Wisconsin and Sri Venkateswara Medical College in 1986. With 38 years of experience, he specialised in Emergency Medicine and Family Medicine, working in Tuscaloosa and four other locations. He was affiliated with the Diploma in Child Health (DCH) Regional Medical Center. Indian National Killed in US Shooting: Dasari Gopikrishna From Andhra Pradesh Among Four Killed in Firing at Mad Butcher Grocery Store in Arkansas (Watch Video).

Local reports highlight that a street in Tuscaloosa was named after Dr Peramsetty in recognition of his significant contributions to the medical profession. He was also noted for his extensive work during the COVID-19 pandemic, for which he received several awards.

Dr Peramsetty is survived by his wife, two sons, and two daughters, all of whom are settled in the United States. He was also known for his philanthropic efforts, including a donation of INR 14 lakh to Menakuru High School in Andhra Pradesh and contributions towards the construction of a Sai temple in his village. His family in India is currently making arrangements to travel to the US for his final rites.

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