Chandigarh, March 18: A property dealer was shot dead in a violent attack near the Sector 9 eye institute on Wednesday afternoon, as gunmen fired multiple shots in a crowded area. According to witnesses and initial police findings, the attackers were riding a motorcycle and targeted the victim with around seven rounds of gunfire. The brazen nature of the assault, carried out in a prominent sector, has led to increased security measures across the city.
Law enforcement agencies arrived shortly after the shooting to secure the perimeter and initiate a forensic investigation. The police declared that the collection of evidence and the scanning of local surveillance cameras are high priorities in the ongoing manhunt. Officials affirmed that they are working to establish the exact sequence of events that led to the shooting and are tracking the escape route taken by the assailants.
The motive for the murder remains unclear, though investigators have not ruled out the possibility of a fallout related to professional or personal disputes. Authorities maintained that they are committed to a swift resolution of the case and are questioning potential witnesses. The incident has raised concerns regarding public safety, and further updates are expected as the police provide more information on the suspects.
