A horrific incident unfolded in the peaceful village of Kembal Danga on Saturday, leaving an Army soldier dead and his wife injured due to a heated matrimonial dispute.
According to local police reports, Doulat Ram, a member of the Village Defence Guard (VDG), allegedly shot and killed his son-in-law, Amit Singh, with a 303 rifle.
The fatal altercation occurred when Doulat Ram visited Singh, who was home on leave from the Army. Tensions escalated after Ram discovered that Singh had physically assaulted his daughter, Ram’s wife, over a long-standing marital conflict. Overcome with rage, the VDG member fired a gunshot at Singh’s chest, inflicting grievous injuries that proved fatal.
Authorities were quickly alerted to the scene, and a team of police officers rushed to respond. Both Singh and his wife, who sustained injuries from the alleged assault, were swiftly transported to a nearby hospital for medical attention. However, despite efforts to save his life, Singh succumbed to the gunshot wound.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the local community, with residents expressing disbelief and sorrow over the tragic turn of events. Investigations are currently underway to gather further details and determine the exact circumstances surrounding this devastating act of violence. Domestic disputes can escalate rapidly and have severe consequences, as this heart-breaking case illustrates. Authorities are urging residents to seek appropriate resources and support to resolve conflicts peacefully and prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.
Meanwhile taking cogniznace of the incident Reasi Police have arrested accused VDG.
