In Punjab's Gurdaspur, a suspect linked to the murders of two police officers was shot in an encounter, raising questions about the circumstances surrounding the event.
The article reports on a critical incident in Gurdaspur, Punjab, where two police officers, Assistant Sub-Inspector Gurnaam Singh and Constable Ashok Kumar, were murdered at a checkpoint. The Punjab police apprehended a 20-year-old suspect named Dilawar and claimed to have killed another suspect named Ranjit in what they described as an encounter. However, significant doubts have emerged regarding the police's handling of the situation, especially since details about the recovery of the murder weapons were not disclosed during a press conference led by DIG Sandeep Goyal.
During the press briefing, DIG Goyal confirmed Ranjit's death but dodged questions about the weapon used in the attack. He mentioned that the vehicle carrying Ranjit, who was supposed to provide information on the firearm's recovery, overturned, leading to the encounter. This situation has led to skepticism about the police's narratives and their methods, raising concerns among the public and media regarding allegations of extrajudicial killings.
The response from the Punjab police has drawn criticism, as it remains unclear whether the firearm used to injure the inspector was recovered during the encounter. This uncertainty has fueled further questioning of the police's actions and the legitimacy of their claims, highlighting a broader issue of trust in law enforcement in a region grappling with crime and violence. As investigations continue, the focus now shifts to accountability and transparency within the police force.
