A shocking shooting incident captured on CCTV footage in a residential area left a laborer and a woman injured on December 14, 2025, sparking widespread panic and concerns over deteriorating law and order in the city. The attack occurred when the male victim, employed as a daily wage laborer, visited a local salon.
According to eyewitness accounts and police statements, a scooter rider approached from behind, deliberately rammed into the man, and then fired several rounds at close range. The woman, whose relation to the primary target remains unclear, was also struck during the assault. Both victims were immediately rushed to a hospital, where their conditions have been reported as stable while they receive treatment.
The injured laborer told investigators that he had no known enmities or disputes with anyone, leaving him in profound shock over the unprovoked attack. Preliminary probes suggest the assailant fled the scene swiftly on the scooter after the shooting. Authorities are intensively reviewing the clear CCTV footage to identify the perpetrator, including analyzing the scooter's registration and the rider's movements.
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Local residents have expressed outrage, demanding immediate arrests and stronger measures to curb rising violent crimes in Amritsar, a city that has seen several high-profile incidents in recent months. Police officials assured the public of a thorough investigation from all angles, including witness statements, and vowed swift justice, stating that the accused would be apprehended soon. The incident underscores ongoing challenges with public safety in Punjab's urban areas.
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