In a startling incident on New Year’s Day in Punjab, the body of Dalbir Singh Deol, a Deputy Superintendent of Police, was discovered near the Basti Bawa Khel canal in Jalandhar. Initial reports indicated it as a hit-and-run case, but police authorities are now delving into the possibility of murder.
Harvinder Singh Virk, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Investigation), confirmed gunshot injuries on the body, prompting the launch of a murder investigation. He revealed that Singh had been battling depression for the last few months, shedding light on a potential motive for the tragic incident.
CCTV footage from the vicinity is under scrutiny, promising more insights into the case following the post-mortem examination. The police have registered a murder case based on statements provided by a relative of Singh, further intensifying the investigation.
