5 February
Sandeep Dhand Ludhiana
A joyous marriage ceremony at a Dugri-based marriage palace took a dark turn when a young man opened fire, leaving another youth seriously injured. The atmosphere turned tense as the bullet struck the victim in the chest, prompting immediate action from those present at the venue who rushed him to the hospital for urgent treatment.
The incident, which unfolded due to a dispute over song selection, escalated when the song of the alleged shooter played instead of the injured youth Vicky’s favorite tune. Enraged, the young man resorted to firing, discharging more than three shots, including directly targeting Vicky. The unexpected violence disrupted the celebratory atmosphere, sending shockwaves through the attendees.
Upon learning of the incident, the Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) and Dugri police swiftly arrived at the scene. In response to the grave situation, the marriage palace was promptly sealed. The police took decisive action, detaining six individuals, including the youth responsible for the gunfire.
In a bid to gather evidence, law enforcement seized on-the-spot videos and took control of the CCTV footage. The investigation extended late into the night as the police interrogated the detained individuals to unravel the motives and circumstances leading to the violent act.
The incident underscores the need for heightened security measures during public gatherings, even in seemingly festive occasions. Authorities are determined to bring justice to the injured victim and ascertain the culpability of those involved in the alarming incident. As the investigation continues, the community awaits further updates on this unfortunate episode that marred what should have been a joyous celebration of union and love.