Police in Dumka have taken two key suspects into custody. This action follows a shocking shooting incident targeting a judicial officer's wife. The attack occurred in Gandhi Gram, within the Pathargama police station area, on Saturday.
Late-Night Raids Lead to Arrests
A special police team conducted late-night raids across multiple locations. The officer in-charge of Pathargama police station, Shiv Dayal Singh, led this operation. They successfully detained both brothers-in-law of the victim, Bandana Kumari.
Details of the Shooting Incident
Bandana Kumari was returning to her parents' home in Parsa village. She had just testified before a Godda court regarding a matrimonial dispute with her husband, Santosh Kumar Saw. While on the way, motorcycle-borne assailants fired three shots at her before fleeing the scene.
Her brother, Niranjan Kumar Sah, was accompanying her at the time. He identified the attackers as Pramod Saw and Guddu Saw. These individuals are the brothers-in-law of the victim. Niranjan Kumar Sah alleged that the shooting was carried out at the behest of her husband, Santosh Kumar Saw, who serves as a judicial officer in Bihar.
Police Investigation Progress
The police acted swiftly on the complaint. They formed a special team to investigate the case. The raids were conducted based on specific intelligence and leads. Both suspects are now in police custody for further questioning.
This incident has raised serious concerns about safety. The attack occurred shortly after the victim's court appearance. Authorities are examining all angles of the case thoroughly.
Local residents expressed shock over the brazen attack. Many are calling for enhanced security measures. The police assure the public that they are pursuing all possible leads in this investigation.
