In a brazen daylight attack that has sent shockwaves through the community, unidentified assailants opened fire at an immigration firm office in Tarn Taran district on Tuesday evening. The terrifying incident occurred around 5:30 pm at the premises of Kaur Immigration, located near the local bus stand in Tarn Taran city.
The Attack and Immediate Aftermath
According to eyewitness accounts and police reports, two masked individuals arrived at the scene on a single motorcycle and without any warning began shooting at the immigration consultancy. The assailants fired multiple rounds before swiftly escaping from the location, leaving staff and nearby residents in a state of panic and fear.
Local law enforcement responded immediately to emergency calls, with police teams from Tarn Taran city police station rushing to the spot. Preliminary investigations revealed that the attackers used sophisticated firearms, though no casualties were reported from the shooting. The timely closure of the office for the day potentially prevented what could have been a tragic loss of life.
Police Investigation and Gangster Links
Tarn Taran Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Gurmeet Singh confirmed that the attack appears to be connected to notorious gangster Lakhbir Singh Landa, who is currently believed to be operating from Canada. The investigation has uncovered that the assailants were specifically targeting the immigration firm due to its business operations and possible connections.
Police have registered a formal case against unidentified persons under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and Arms Act. The forensic team collected crucial evidence from the crime scene, including empty bullet casings and other forensic materials that could help identify the weapons used in the attack.
Ongoing Manhunt and Security Measures
Law enforcement agencies have launched a massive search operation across Tarn Taran district and neighboring areas to apprehend the suspects. Multiple police teams are working round the clock, checking vehicles and conducting raids at suspected hideouts. The police have also increased security around similar business establishments in the region to prevent any further incidents.
SSP Gurmeet Singh assured the public that the police are pursuing several strong leads in the case and expect to make arrests soon. The incident has raised concerns about the growing influence of overseas-based gangsters and their ability to orchestrate violent attacks in Punjab through local networks.
This attack marks another chapter in the ongoing struggle between law enforcement and organized crime networks in the border districts of Punjab. The police have urged anyone with information about the incident or the suspects to come forward and assist in the investigation.
