Tensions ran high as a heated altercation between two cousin brothers escalated into a shooting incident, leaving one person injured in Bassi village of Jammu district, official said.
The Bishnah Police Station responded swiftly to the chaotic scene, apprehending both parties involved in the violent confrontation. According to eyewitness accounts, the victim, whose identity is not ascertain yet, was returning home from his shop in the afternoon when his cousin brother allegedly fired a gunshot, striking him in the shoulder. The motive behind this shocking act of violence remains unclear at this stage.
Alerted by the sound of gunfire, local residents promptly notified the authorities, and a team from the Bishnah Police Station rushed to the scene. Upon arrival, the police secured the area and took both cousins into custody for further investigation.
The victim, who sustained a bullet wound to the shoulder, was immediately transported to a nearby medical facility for treatment. While his condition is reported as stable.
Authorities have initiated a thorough investigation into the shooting, aiming to unravel the circumstances that led to this brutal act of violence within a familial context. Questioning with witnesses and a forensic examination of the crime scene are currently underway to gather crucial evidence. The Bishnah Police Station has vowed to leave no stone unturned in their pursuit of justice, ensuring that the guilty party faces the full consequences of their actions. As the investigation unfolds, the residents of Bassi village are grappling with a sense of shock and disbelief, urging for swift action to prevent any further escalation of violence. The authorities have assured the public that all necessary measures will be taken to maintain law and order in the area.
