Twin Terror Strikes Foiled: Suspect Killed, Policeman Injured in Amritsar Encounter
Summary: A tense encounter unfolded in Amritsar’s Airport Road area on Saturday, resulting in the death of one suspect and injury to a policeman, after they attempted to attack the police with gunfire following a botched raid. The incident comes days after a hand grenade attack on a temple in the Khandwala area on March 14-15.
Introduction:
In a daring and terrorizing act, a suspect was killed and a policeman injured in an exchange of fire in Amritsar’s Airport Road area on Saturday, following a botched raid that ended in a tense confrontation. The reckless stunt unfolded just days after a hand grenade attack on a temple in the Khandwala area, sparking widespread concern and scrutiny.
Key Highlights:
- The suspect, identified as Gursiddak, alias Siddique, was killed in the encounter, while his accomplice, Vishal, alias Chui, managed to escape
- The police had received intelligence inputs about the movement of two suspects in the Rajasansi area and dispatched teams to apprehend them
- The suspects abandoned their motorcycle and fled on foot, opening fire at the police team, which was met with retaliatory fire from Inspector Vinod Sharma, resulting in Gursiddak’s injury and eventual death
- Head Constable Gurpreet Singh, injured in the crossfire, is currently undergoing treatment at the Civil Hospital
- A case has been registered under various sections, including murder, attempted murder, and Arms Act charges
Conclusion:
The botched raid and ensuing skirmish highlight the increasingly brazen nature of terrorist and criminal activity in Punjab, as authorities scramble to contain the threat. As efforts continue to apprehend the fugitive accomplice, Vishal, further investigations aim to unravel the broader network behind the series of attacks, including the hand grenade attack on the temple in March.
Keywords:
- Amritsar encounter, Gursiddak alias Siddique, Vishal alias Chui, Police firing, Temple attack, Khandwala, January 14-15
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