In a shocking incident in Phagwara, a mother-son duo has been arrested for allegedly attempting to murder a neighbor and opening fire in a village. The arrests were made by the local police following a complaint lodged by the victim's family.
Incident Details
The incident took place in a village under the Phagwara police station limits. According to police reports, the accused, identified as a mother and her son, had a longstanding property dispute with the victim. On the day of the incident, the duo allegedly confronted the victim and fired multiple shots, injuring him severely.
Police Action
Upon receiving information, a police team rushed to the spot and apprehended the suspects. The victim was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital, where his condition is reported to be stable. The police have recovered the weapon used in the crime and are investigating further.
The accused have been booked under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code, including attempted murder and unlawful possession of arms. They were produced before a local court and remanded to police custody.
Background
Preliminary investigations reveal that the property dispute had been simmering for months, with several complaints filed by both parties. The police had previously intervened to mediate, but tensions escalated leading to the firing incident.
Local residents expressed shock at the incident, stating that such violence was unprecedented in the area. The police have assured strict action and are conducting a thorough probe to ascertain if anyone else was involved.
