Panic erupted in the Lahori Gate area of Kapurthala on Sunday after a man was brutally hacked to death by a group of unidentified assailants. The victim, identified as Jatinder Sehgal, sustained multiple serious injuries from sharp-edged weapons and was rushed to the Civil Hospital by local residents, where doctors declared him 'brought dead'.
Incident Details
According to police, the incident occurred around 4 pm when the victim was allegedly waylaid by a group of attackers in the locality. The assailants repeatedly attacked him with sharp-edged weapons before fleeing the scene. On receiving information, police reached the spot, took possession of the body, and shifted it for post-mortem examination.
Police Investigation
DSP Sheetal Singh stated that the police have launched an investigation into the murder. Preliminary inquiry suggests that the killing was the result of personal enmity. The DSP confirmed that three suspects involved in the attack have been identified, and raids are underway to arrest them.
Community Impact
The brutal murder has sent shockwaves through the local community, with residents expressing fear and demanding swift action from the authorities. Police have assured that all efforts are being made to apprehend the culprits and maintain law and order in the area.
