Tragic Shooting of a Former Village Head Stuns Bathinda
On Sunday night, Jagtar Singh, the former sarpanch of Phoos Mandi, was violently attacked beside a liquor shop near Jassi Pau Wali Chowk on Bathinda’s outskirts. The assault left him gravely wounded and he was declared dead at the scene.
Police Action and Evidence Gathering
Local law‑enforcement received the distress call almost instantly. Officers rushed to the spot, sealed the perimeter and began a meticulous forensic sweep to piece together the chain of events.
Suspect Apprehended
Within hours, investigators took into custody Gurbax Singh, a fellow resident of Phoos Mandi, on suspicion of involvement in the killing. The weapon believed to have been used was also recovered during the operation.
Bathinda’s Superintendent of Police (City), Aswant Singh Dhaliwal, said initial inquiries suggest a personal dispute between the two men. Interrogations are underway to determine the precise motive.
Ongoing Probe
A murder FIR has been lodged, and detectives are scrutinising every piece of forensic material and witness testimony. The incident has heightened anxiety across neighboring localities.
Jagtar Singh is survived by his wife, son and daughter. Police have pledged to keep the public informed as the investigation progresses.
