LUDHIANA, OCT 29 — Law enforcement authorities have launched a comprehensive investigation after three unidentified motorcycle-borne assailants opened fire on a car near Tiger Safari, close to the Jalandhar Bypass, during the early hours of Thursday. Two occupants of the vehicle sustained gunshot wounds in what police suspect was an attempted robbery.
The victims have been identified as Jaspal Jassa and 18-year-old Priya, both original residents of Ferozepur currently residing in the Salem Tabri locality of Ludhiana. The attack occurred around 4 am while four individuals—including Jaspal Jassa, Priya, Jaspal’s uncle, and the driver—were traveling in the vehicle. Assailants fired multiple rounds, with bullets shattering the car window and striking Jaspal Jassa and Priya, while the driver and the uncle escaped uninjured.
The injured were promptly rushed to Dayanand Medical College and Hospital (DMCH) for emergency medical treatment. Police officials affirmed that both victims remain under medical care and that their conditions are being monitored closely by attending doctors.
Station House Officer (SHO) Jasvir Singh stated that a formal case has been registered against three unidentified motorcycle riders under relevant legal sections. Police authorities maintained that active investigative measures, including scanning local surveillance footage and establishing the route taken by the attackers, are underway to track down the suspects.
