Police Inspector Injured in Service Revolver Shooting Incident in Fatehabad, Haryana
A police inspector sustained injuries after being shot with his service revolver near the National Highway in Fatehabad, Haryana, on Monday, according to official reports. The injured officer, identified as Inspector Shamsher Singh, was promptly admitted to a private hospital following the alarming incident.
Video footage from the scene captured the inspector, bleeding heavily, urgently requesting assistance from bystanders to help him into a vehicle for transportation to the hospital. He received initial medical attention before being referred to a hospital in Hisar for further specialized care and treatment.
Details of the Injured Officer and Ongoing Investigation
Inspector Shamsher Singh is currently posted at the Sirsa Police Lines and hails from Dharsul Kalan village in the Tohana area. Preliminary reports have suggested that the officer may have shot himself, but the Fatehabad police have not confirmed this theory, emphasizing that an investigation is actively ongoing to determine the exact circumstances.
The bullet reportedly struck Inspector Singh near the abdomen, causing significant injury. Authorities are working to gather all relevant evidence and statements to piece together the events leading up to the shooting.
Background and Police Statements
Inspector Singh has a notable service history, having previously served as the Traffic Station House Officer (SHO) in Sirsa and as the SHO at Rori. Until approximately two months ago, he was posted as the in-charge of the Rori police station before being transferred by the Sirsa Superintendent of Police. At the time of the incident, he was serving as the head of the Missing Persons’ Cell.
Sadar police station in-charge Prahlad Singh confirmed that the injury was inflicted by a service revolver. He stated that Inspector Singh’s statements had not yet been recorded due to his medical condition. “The exact reason behind the incident will be known only after his statement is taken,” Prahlad Singh added, highlighting the critical need for the officer’s account in the investigation.
The incident has raised concerns within the police department and the local community, with authorities urging patience as they conduct a thorough probe. The focus remains on ensuring Inspector Singh’s recovery and uncovering the truth behind this distressing event.
