A 30-year-old history sheeter was allegedly shot dead by another criminal at a swimming pool, as per the police statement on Wednesday.
The accused, Bilal, is currently absconding and efforts are underway to apprehend him, according to the authorities. The victim, Arshad, was a history sheeter with 18 cases lodged against him, as stated by SSP Rohit Singh Sajwan.
The incident occurred in the Lohia Nagar area on Tuesday night when Arshad had gone to take a bath in the swimming pool, Sajwan stated. Near the pool, Arshad had an argument with Bilal, who shot him as the altercation escalated, the officer said, adding that the entire episode was captured on the CCTV installed there.
Bilal also had a number of cases, including murder, pending against him, noted the SSP. Separate teams have been constituted, and efforts are underway to apprehend the accused soon.
