Three masked youths broke into a house in the Lehragaga area of Sangrur on Friday night. The culprits, who had covered themselves with blankets, apprehended a woman and her son who were sleeping in the house.
Mother Held Hostage
According to the police, Savitri Devi was first taken hostage. A cloth was stuffed into her mouth, and her hands and feet were tied. Her son, Krishan Kumar (Neeta), was then also taken hostage, and the attackers attempted to strangle him to prevent him from resisting.
House Looted and Vandalized
The culprits searched the house, ransacking cupboards and every corner, and looted cash and valuables. They also tortured the woman and intensified their attack on the son when he resisted.
Son Murdered in Front of His Mother
According to Savitri Devi, when her son resisted, the attackers severely beat him and then murdered him. The three youths then fled the house. The woman managed to free herself and informed her neighbours about the incident.
Police Investigation and Action
Upon receiving information about the incident, the Lehragaga police and a forensic team from Sangrur arrived at the scene. The deceased’s body was sent for post-mortem examination. The police have registered a case of murder and robbery and have launched an investigation.
CCTV Footage Reviewed
The police are reviewing footage from nearby CCTV cameras, which captured the three suspected youths. Several police teams are working to identify and apprehend the culprits.
Political Reaction
Punjab Congress leaders criticized the AAP government over the incident. They stated that the law and order situation in the state is deteriorating and warned that the Congress would launch a major agitation if the culprits are not arrested soon.