Tarn Taran College Shooting Tragedy: Accused Succumbs to Injuries
The tragic shooting incident at Mai Bhago Law College in Tarn Taran has taken another devastating turn. Prince Raj Singh, the accused who shot his classmate Sandeep Kaur inside their classroom on February 9, has died from his injuries. The incident occurred in front of horrified classmates and has left the entire campus community in shock.
Hospital Battle Ends in Tragedy
Senior Superintendent of Police Surendra Lamba confirmed that Raj succumbed to his injuries at the hospital on Wednesday night. He had been admitted in critical condition since Monday following the shooting. Despite intensive medical care over two days, doctors were unable to save his life.
"Raj sustained a critical head injury during the incident," police officials stated. "He was rushed to hospital immediately, where medical teams fought to save him, but unfortunately he could not survive."
Sequence of Events and Aftermath
The shooting unfolded in a first-semester classroom where both students were enrolled. According to police investigations:
- Sandeep Kaur died instantly at the scene after being shot
- Prince Raj Singh then turned the gun on himself
- The sudden gunshots created panic across the campus
- Classmates and faculty members were left stunned by the violence
Sandeep, who came from a large family with six sisters and one brother, was cremated on Wednesday. Her death has plunged her family and village into deep mourning. Raj's body was taken to his native village on Thursday, where he was cremated in the presence of grieving family members.
Ongoing Police Investigation
Police authorities are continuing their investigation into the motive and circumstances surrounding this tragic incident. Key aspects of the investigation include:
- Examination of CCTV footage from the college premises
- Recording statements from students who witnessed the shooting
- Interviewing faculty and staff members
- Investigating the relationship between the two students
- Determining how the firearm was brought onto campus
The shooting has raised serious questions about campus security and student safety at educational institutions. The college administration has not yet issued a formal statement about security measures or counseling services for affected students.
This incident marks one of the most violent episodes in recent memory at an educational institution in the region, leaving the academic community grappling with questions about violence prevention and student mental health support systems.
