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Crime
Assistant Sub-Inspector Gunned Down in Amritsar, Police Probe Shooting
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🗓 06 Oct 2026, 05:01 AM
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An Assistant Sub‑Inspector was shot dead in Amritsar, prompting a police investigation into the incident.
Amritsar police confirmed that an Assistant Sub‑Inspector (ASI) was shot dead during an incident reported earlier today. The officer was found dead at the scene after gunfire was heard in a residential area of the city.
Local law enforcement arrived promptly, secured the location and began a forensic examination. The victim's identity has not been released pending notification of next of kin.
Police officials said a criminal investigation has been launched, with teams from the crime branch deployed to trace the weapon and locate any suspects. Authorities have appealed to the public for information that could aid the probe.
The incident adds to a series of recent violent episodes in the region, prompting heightened vigilance among security forces.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Local law enforcement arrived promptly, secured the location and began a forensic examination. The victim's identity has not been released pending notification of next of kin.
Police officials said a criminal investigation has been launched, with teams from the crime branch deployed to trace the weapon and locate any suspects. Authorities have appealed to the public for information that could aid the probe.
The incident adds to a series of recent violent episodes in the region, prompting heightened vigilance among security forces.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.