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Crime
Police Detain Two Suspects in Mad Sandhu Murder, Rule Out Extremist Link
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 08 Oct 2026, 05:18 AM
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Two individuals have been taken into custody in connection with the murder of Mad Sandhu, and police say there is no extremist involvement.
Police officials have confirmed the detention of two persons suspected of involvement in the murder of Mad Sandhu. The arrests were made after a preliminary investigation linked the suspects to the crime scene, though details of the evidence have not been disclosed.
Authorities emphasized that the case does not have any extremist or terrorism angle, countering early speculation in media circles. The statement was issued by the local police spokesperson, who added that the investigation remains focused on establishing motive and gathering forensic proof.
The police have not released the names of the detained individuals, citing procedural norms. Further inquiries will continue, and the suspects are expected to be presented before a magistrate within the standard legal timeframe.
Authorities emphasized that the case does not have any extremist or terrorism angle, countering early speculation in media circles. The statement was issued by the local police spokesperson, who added that the investigation remains focused on establishing motive and gathering forensic proof.
The police have not released the names of the detained individuals, citing procedural norms. Further inquiries will continue, and the suspects are expected to be presented before a magistrate within the standard legal timeframe.