Punjab Newsline | Amritsar
A youth travelling in a Scorpio SUV was allegedly attacked by a group of armed men who blocked his way near the Naya Pind canal in the Jhander area of Amritsar late on October 13. The attackers allegedly assaulted him and opened indiscriminate fire, leaving him with a bullet injury to his waist.
Despite being injured, the youth managed to drive himself home. His family subsequently rushed him to Fortis Escorts Hospital in Amritsar, where he is currently undergoing treatment.
According to the available information, the incident took place late on October 13 when the youth was travelling towards Amritsar in his Scorpio. As he reached near the Naya Pind canal, people travelling in two to three vehicles allegedly intercepted him.
The accused have been identified as Happy Mahal, Manna, Rajkaran, Gurjit Singh Khera, Karam Singh and their 10 to 12 associates. The group allegedly assaulted the youth and was carrying weapons.
The youth managed to escape from the attackers and reach his vehicle. As he drove away, the assailants allegedly chased him and opened fire from behind, firing around 25 to 30 rounds. One of the bullets struck him in the waist.
Despite sustaining the gunshot wound, the youth continued driving and reached home, following which his family took him to the hospital for treatment.
Meanwhile, Jhander police have registered an FIR in connection with the incident. Six accused, including Happy Mahal, Manna, Rajkaran, Gurjit Singh Khera and Karam Singh, have been named in the case, along with 10 to 12 unidentified persons.
Police have registered a case under various sections of law. Further investigation into the incident is underway.
