In a major breakthrough in the high-profile property dealer murder case in Chandigarh, police have arrested two key suspects after a dramatic encounter. The operation was carried out following several days of investigation and technical surveillance.
According to police officials, the arrested suspects have been identified as Rajan alias Piyush Pahalwan, a resident of Ferozepur, and Pritam Shah, who hails from Nawanshahr. Both suspects reportedly sustained bullet injuries during the encounter and were later taken into custody in injured condition. Authorities stated that both accused have criminal records and had been involved in multiple criminal activities in the past.
Police Action During Encounter
Police revealed that when the team attempted to apprehend the suspects, they allegedly opened fire on the officers in an attempt to escape. In response, the police retaliated, leading to a brief exchange of gunfire. During the encounter, both accused were shot in the legs and subsequently arrested.
The police also recovered the motorcycle used in the crime along with weapons from the suspects. Officials said the recovery of these items will play a crucial role in strengthening the evidence against the accused.
Both suspects were immediately taken to a nearby hospital for treatment after their arrest. Once they recover, they will be further interrogated to gather more information about the crime and any possible accomplices involved in the murder.
How the Property Dealer Was Killed
The incident that triggered the investigation took place a few days ago in Sector-9 of Chandigarh. The victim, a property dealer, had reportedly just stepped out of a gym and was heading towards his car to return home.
At that moment, attackers who were waiting nearby surrounded him and opened fire. Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots, which created panic in the area. The victim was critically injured in the attack.
People present at the scene rushed him to the hospital in an attempt to save his life. However, due to excessive bleeding, he succumbed to his injuries on the way to the hospital.
CCTV Footage Helped Police Track Suspects
During the investigation, police closely examined CCTV footage from the area. The footage reportedly showed the attackers carrying out the shooting and fleeing from the spot on a motorcycle.
Using the video evidence and technical surveillance, police managed to identify the suspects and trace their movements. This eventually led to the encounter operation in which both accused were apprehended.
Authorities have stated that the investigation is still ongoing and more arrests could be made if additional suspects are found to be involved in the crime.
Police officials also assured that strict action will be taken against all individuals connected to the murder.
