A serving constable with the Punjab Police is on the run after allegedly shooting his brother-in-law dead in a shocking incident that unfolded in the state's Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar district. The event has sent ripples through the local community and triggered a major manhunt by the authorities.
Details of the Fatal Shooting
The tragic event occurred on the evening of Wednesday, March 12, in Rahon village, located within the SBS Nagar district. The accused has been identified as Constable Lovepreet Singh, who is posted at the Police Post in Ladhana Jhikka. The victim is his brother-in-law, Jagtar Singh, a resident of the same Rahon village.
According to preliminary reports from the police, the shooting resulted from a heated argument between the two men. The dispute escalated rapidly, culminating in Lovepreet Singh allegedly drawing his service weapon and firing at Jagtar Singh. The victim sustained critical gunshot wounds and was rushed to a nearby medical facility. However, doctors declared him dead upon arrival.
Police Response and Manhunt Launched
Immediately after the incident, Constable Lovepreet Singh fled the scene, abandoning his official vehicle. The SBS Nagar police have registered a case and initiated a comprehensive search operation to apprehend the absconding policeman.
Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) for SBS Nagar, Kanwardeep Kaur, confirmed the details and stated that teams are working to track down the accused. The official service pistol used in the crime has been recovered by the police, but the constable remains at large. The investigation is actively ongoing to determine the precise sequence of events and the motive behind the fatal argument.
Community Shock and Ongoing Investigation
The violent act, committed by a person sworn to uphold the law, has caused profound shock and distress within the Rahon village community. Such incidents involving police personnel raise serious concerns and questions.
The police are currently questioning family members and witnesses to piece together the circumstances that led to this extreme violence. The case underscores the severe consequences of unresolved personal conflicts and the deadly potential when service weapons are misused.
As the manhunt continues, the Punjab Police face the dual challenge of addressing this internal breach of trust and delivering justice for the victim's grieving family. The coming days are crucial for the investigation to uncover the full truth behind this family tragedy turned criminal case.
