Ludhiana: Late Friday night in the Bhamian Kalan area of Jamalpur GTB Nagar, Ludhiana, a young man, Rifal Gaba, was brutally attacked by a group of miscreants due to an old rivalry. During the assault, one of the accused allegedly fired a gunshot, striking Rifal in the left thigh. The attackers then fled, threatening him further.
Incident Details
According to Ajay Gaba, brother of the injured Rifal:
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Rifal went to a nearby shop to buy yogurt around 10 p.m.
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Within five to seven minutes, Ajay heard noise and abusive language outside the house.
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Upon checking, he saw several men surrounding Rifal and beating him.
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During the altercation, Rajjat Verma pulled out a pistol and shot Rifal in the left thigh.
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Waryam Singh and Verma, along with companions, fled the scene.
Rifal was immediately rushed to the Civil Hospital and is undergoing treatment.
Police Action
The Jamalpur Police registered a case against the accused under serious IPC sections, including 109, 126(2), 351(2), 191(3), and 190.
Authorities are:
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Conducting continuous raids to apprehend the accused
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Examining CCTV footage to track the attackers’ escape route
Police confirmed that the investigation is ongoing, and efforts to arrest Rajjat Verma and Waryam Singh are in full swing.