A 35-year-old man, identified as Inderpreet Singh Perri, was shot dead late Monday in Chandigarh’s Sector 26. IG Chandigarh Pushpendra Kumar said multiple shots were fired, with police recovering eight empty shells and one live cartridge from the scene.
Police suspect the killing may be linked to gang rivalry, as the deceased had several criminal cases against him. A forensic team is examining the spot, and CCTV footage is being reviewed. The body has been sent to PGI Chandigarh for post-mortem. The investigation is ongoing.
Shooting incident
A man, identified as Inderpreet Singh Perri (35), was shot dead late Monday in Chandigarh’s Sector 26.
IG Chandigarh Pushpendra Kumar confirmed that multiple gunshots were fired during the incident.
Police recovered eight empty shells and one live cartridge from the crime scene.
Initial examination indicates 4–5 bullet wounds on the victim’s body.
The exact cause of death will be confirmed after the post-mortem at PGI Chandigarh.
Police sources suggest the killing may be linked to gang rivalry, as the deceased had several criminal cases registered against him.
A forensic team is analysing evidence, and CCTV footage from the area is being reviewed.
The investigation is ongoing; police are examining all possible angles, including involvement of rival groups.
Related gangster activity in Punjab
On Friday, Batala Police arrested Kawaljit Singh, alleged key associate of gangster Nishan Joriyan.
One weapon was recovered from him.
He and an associate reportedly fired shots at a shop in Batala after making a Rs 2 crore extortion demand in Joriyan’s name.