Masked Assailants Fire Gunshots Outside Chandigarh Pharmacy
Two masked men fired gunshots outside a chemist shop in Chandigarh's Sector 32 on Thursday night. The incident occurred late in the evening, causing panic in the area. Police confirmed that no injuries were reported from the shooting.
Scooter-Borne Attackers Escape After Firing
The assailants arrived on a Honda Activa scooter. They stopped outside Sewak Pharmacy in Sector 32-D and fired multiple shots. Witnesses reported hearing loud gunfire that startled nearby residents and shopkeepers.
Employees inside the pharmacy saw the masked men through the shop windows. They immediately alerted authorities as the attackers sped away on their scooter. The entire incident lasted only a few minutes.
Police Response and Evidence Collection
Chandigarh police received an emergency call at 9:32 PM about the gunshots. Multiple police teams rushed to the scene within minutes. Officers from Sector 34 police station joined forces with the District Crime Cell and Crime Branch.
During their initial investigation, police discovered one empty shell casing at the crime scene. Forensic experts collected the evidence for further analysis. Investigators also secured CCTV footage from the area that clearly shows the two men on the scooter.
Investigation Underway, Motive Unclear
Police have launched a thorough investigation into the shooting. They are examining CCTV recordings from nearby establishments to identify the suspects. The footage shows the assailants wearing masks that conceal their faces.
Shop owners have told police they did not receive any threatening calls or extortion demands before the incident. This information makes the motive behind the attack unclear at this stage. Investigators are considering multiple possibilities including personal enmity.
Police teams continued examining the crime scene late into the night. They had not registered a First Information Report at the time of initial reporting. The investigation remains active as authorities work to track down the suspects.
Residents of Sector 32 expressed shock about the violent incident in their neighborhood. Many described the area as typically peaceful with few such occurrences. Police have increased patrols in the vicinity to reassure the public.
