Retired BSF Sub-Inspector Fatally Stabbed in Hisar While Trying to Pacify Altercation
A tragic incident unfolded in Hisar on Sunday evening when a 60-year-old retired Border Security Force (BSF) sub-inspector was stabbed to death after he attempted to intervene in a violent scuffle. The victim, identified as Kalam Singh from Ladwa village, was a respected former serviceman who had been working as a property dealer alongside his son in recent years.
Details of the Fatal Confrontation
According to police reports, the altercation occurred in Sector 9-11 of Hisar, where three youths, allegedly under the influence of alcohol, were assaulting another man. Witnesses stated that Kalam Singh stepped in to pacify the situation and de-escalate the violence. Instead of heeding his intervention, the attackers turned their aggression toward him.
Eyewitness accounts reveal that the assailants used a sharp-edged weapon to stab Singh multiple times in critical areas, including his neck and chest. As bystanders began to gather at the scene, two of the accused fled the location on a motorcycle, leaving the victim bleeding profusely.
Immediate Response and Police Action
Local residents quickly rushed Kalam Singh to a nearby private hospital for emergency medical treatment. Unfortunately, doctors declared him brought dead upon arrival, highlighting the severity of his injuries. The Urban Estate police station and the Crime Investigation Agency (CIA) unit promptly launched an investigation into the matter.
Police officials indicated that the suspects had reportedly come from the fish market area within the industrial zone prior to the attack. In a swift follow-up, law enforcement authorities detained one individual for questioning and confirmed that intensive raids are currently underway to apprehend the remaining accused persons.
Community Impact and Ongoing Probe
This shocking event has sent ripples of concern throughout the Hisar community, raising questions about public safety and the risks faced by those who attempt to help others in distress. The bravery displayed by the retired BSF officer in trying to resolve a conflict has been widely acknowledged, even as the investigation continues to unfold.
Authorities are urging anyone with additional information to come forward as they work to piece together the full sequence of events and ensure justice is served for Kalam Singh and his grieving family.
