Dhakoli Road Rage Shooting: One Dead, One Critical; Accused Bouncer Arrested
A violent road rage incident in Dhakoli late Sunday night escalated into a fatal shooting, leaving one youth dead on the spot and another critically injured, according to police reports on Monday. The accused, identified as Kuldeep Singh, a resident of Radhe Homes, Kishanpura, Dhakoli, and a bouncer by profession, was arrested within hours of the incident.
Swift Police Action Leads to Arrest
Following the directions of Mohali Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Harmandeep Singh Hans, the police launched a swift operation and imposed district-wide barricading. SP (Rural) Manpreet Singh and Assistant SP Gajalpreet Kaur constituted special teams immediately after receiving information, while PCR units were also put on alert.
Police said the accused was rounded up and arrested within five to six hours using human intelligence and technical surveillance. A .32 bore licensed revolver and empty cartridges were seized from his possession. The process to cancel his arms licence has also been initiated.
Details of the Tragic Incident
Preliminary investigations revealed that Kuldeep was travelling in a car, while Bharat Bhushan was on his way to his Dhakoli residence from Sector 28 in Panchkula in a Fortuner. Near Balaji Tower in Dhakoli, Kuldeep overtook the Fortuner and allegedly blocked its way, accusing Bharat Bhushan of "staring" him.
"When Bharat Bhushan told him that it was a misunderstanding, the accused slapped him and fired a shot near his legs," a police officer said, adding that as people gathered at the spot, Kuldeep fled the scene, leaving his car behind.
"Soon, Bharat Bhushan informed his maternal uncle Dharmveer about the incident. Dharmveer reached the spot with his nephew Prince Kumar, and two others. While Prince and Bharat Bhushan were searching for the accused near SBP Evergreen, Kuldeep opened indiscriminate fire. Prince died on the spot, and Bharat Bhushan suffered bullet injuries to his ear, cheek and arm," the officer elaborated.
Victims and Aftermath
Police identified the victims as Prince Kumar, a resident of Sector 26, Panchkula, who died on the spot, and critically injured Bharat Bhushan of Motia Harmony Greens, Kishanpura, who was undergoing treatment at PGIMER in Chandigarh.
"After the attack, the accused again fled the scene. In anger, Dharmveer and others pelted stones at Kuldeep's abandoned vehicle. Both victims were rushed to a Panchkula hospital, where doctors proclaimed Prince dead upon arrival and referred Bharat Bhushan to PGIMER," the officer stated.
Legal Proceedings and Charges
Based on Bharat Bhushan's statement, a case was registered at the Dhakoli police station. A case has been registered against the accused under sections 103 and 109 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and sections 25, 27, 54 and 59 of the Arms Act, police confirmed.
Police said the accused was produced before a court, which sent him into police remand for further investigation. The incident highlights the dangers of road rage and the misuse of licensed firearms, prompting a thorough probe by authorities.
