Jammu Tawi (Jakh): A tragic shooting incident was reported from the Jakh area of the Vijaypur Assembly constituency in Samba district on Monday, in which a 30-year-old man identified as Atul alias Attu died after sustaining a gunshot injury.
According to preliminary information, Atul suffered a gunshot wound to his head and was found dead at the spot. The name of his friend, Nikhil alias Raja, has surfaced in connection with the incident. Nikhil has allegedly been accused of shooting Atul.
The two were reportedly friends and residents of the Jakh area. However, the exact motive behind the shooting and whether any dispute had taken place between the two before the incident is not yet clear. Police investigation is expected to establish the circumstances and sequence of events.
Soon after receiving information about the incident, a police team reached the spot and initiated an investigation. Local residents and family members of the deceased also gathered at the scene. The family was seen in deep distress following the tragic incident.
Police officials have started collecting evidence from the spot and carrying out the necessary legal formalities. Preliminary information suggests that the alleged accused fled from the scene following the incident. Police teams are conducting searches to trace him.
The incident has created concern among residents of Jakh and adjoining areas. Locals have urged the authorities to conduct a thorough investigation, establish the actual motive behind the shooting and take action according to law if the allegations are established.
The body is being processed for post-mortem examination and other legal procedures. Further details are awaited as the investigation progresses.