A shocking incident of violence has come to light in Tarn Taran district, where a 50-year-old man was allegedly beaten to death by unidentified assailants in a village. The deceased has been identified as Gurdev Singh, a resident of the same village. According to the police, the incident occurred late on Tuesday night when Singh was returning home after finishing his daily chores.
Details of the Incident
As per the preliminary investigation, Singh was attacked by a group of men armed with sticks and rods. The assailants fled the scene after the attack. Locals discovered Singh's body early Wednesday morning and informed the police. A police team rushed to the spot and sent the body for post-mortem examination.
Police Investigation Underway
Senior police officials have visited the crime scene and are questioning witnesses to identify the culprits. A case has been registered under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code. The motive behind the murder is yet to be ascertained. Police suspect that a personal enmity might have led to the attack.
This is not the first such incident in the region, and residents have expressed concern over the rising crime rate. The police have assured that strict action will be taken against the perpetrators. Further details are awaited as the investigation progresses.
