New Delhi, May 24: A shocking incident of violence has emerged from Majitha in Amritsar Rural, where an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) of the Punjab Police was shot dead by unidentified assailants while on his way to duty. This incident has raised serious concerns regarding law and order and security arrangements in the area ahead of the municipal elections.
The deceased officer has been identified as ASI Joga Singh, a resident of Ghaniye village, who was stationed with the Amritsar Police. According to officials, he left home for duty around 5 AM on Sunday, following his usual routine.
Police reported that as ASI Joga Singh approached the Hamza turn on Fatehgarh Churiyan Road near Majitha, several unidentified attackers came from behind and opened fire indiscriminately. Reports indicate that four rounds were fired, all hitting the officer, resulting in his immediate death at the scene.
SSP Amritsar Rural, Suhail Qasim Mir, stated that they received information early in the morning about the discovery of ASI Joga Singh’s body on Fatehgarh-Churiyan Majitha Road. Upon receiving the information, the relevant SHO promptly arrived at the scene. The body had gunshot wounds and was subsequently sent to the civil hospital for further examination.
Meanwhile, the attackers fled the scene after the assault. Upon learning of the incident, Majitha police and senior officials quickly arrived and initiated an investigation. The area was cordoned off, and forensic and technical teams were deployed to gather evidence from the crime scene.
In an effort to identify and track down the assailants, police officials have also seized CCTV footage from nearby areas. Authorities have confirmed that all possible angles are being investigated.
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