A tragic incident unfolded in Fatehabad district late Monday night, where a young woman allegedly died by suicide using her husband's licensed firearm.
Details of the Tragic Incident
The incident occurred in Khanora village of Tohana. The deceased has been identified as Hardeep Kaur, aged 26. According to initial reports, family members were alerted when they heard a gunshot from her room.
They rushed inside immediately and discovered Hardeep Kaur with a critical gunshot wound. The police were informed without delay about the distressing event.
Background of the Firearm and Family
Hardeep Kaur's husband, Gurpiyar Singh, is a hotel owner in Tohana. Police sources revealed that Singh was granted a firearm license approximately two years ago. This license was issued following an alleged extortion attempt that involved gunfire outside his hotel establishment.
It is noted that Hardeep Kaur originally hailed from the Sangrur district in Punjab, adding a layer of inter-state connection to this sorrowful event.
Police Investigation and Next Steps
Shadi Ram, the in-charge of the Sadar police station, reached the spot upon receiving information and has initiated a thorough investigation into the matter.
A crime scene team was deployed to collect crucial forensic evidence from the location. The body of the deceased was subsequently transferred to the Civil Hospital mortuary for a postmortem examination.
Police authorities have stated that further necessary action will be taken once the woman's maternal family members arrive. The investigation remains active as officials work to piece together the complete sequence of events leading to this tragedy.
