Punjab Police Capture Two Shooters Linked to Property Dealer's Murder
Synopsis
In a swift operation, Punjab Police's Anti Gangster Task Force, alongside Haryana's Special Task Force, apprehended two shooters in connection with a property dealer's murder in Chandigarh's Sector-9 and seized advanced firearms.
Key Takeaways
Two shooters arrested in connection with the murder of a property dealer.
Three firearms seized during their apprehension.
Suspects are linked to the Bambiha gang .
Operation conducted by AGTF and Haryana's Special Task Force .
Investigation continues to uncover further details.
Chandigarh, March 19 (NationPress) In a significant development, the Anti Gangster Task Force (AGTF) of Punjab Police, in collaboration with Haryana's Special Task Force, successfully detained two shooters linked to the murder of a property dealer in Chandigarh's Sector-9 after a short exchange of gunfire. Three advanced firearms were also seized from the suspects, according to Punjab's Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav.
The individuals taken into custody have been identified as Rajan, also known as Piyush Pehalwan, from Ferozepur, and Pritam Shah from Nawashahr, both hailing from Punjab.
The seized firearms include a .30 bore PX-5 pistol, a .30 caliber Chinese pistol, and a .32 caliber pistol, complete with ammunition.
Reports indicate that the victim, Charanpreet Singh alias Chinni, was fatally shot by two attackers in Sector-9 on Wednesday.
DGP Yadav reported that the suspects are believed to be crucial associates of the fugitive gangster Lucky Patial from the Bambiha gang.
He further mentioned that Rajan alias Piyush Pehalwan is also wanted in connection with the notorious murder of Yadwinder Singh, who was the driver for Jiwanjot Singh alias Jugnu.
The AGTF Punjab managed to dismantle the entire operation and apprehend the suspects in under 30 hours.
Ongoing investigations are being conducted, he added.
In a briefing, Punjab's Additional Director General of Police (AGTF), Promod Ban, explained that following the incident, the AGTF promptly initiated a specialized operation named "OPs Silent Trigger" under the guidance of AGTF Deputy Inspector General of Police Gurmit Singh Chauhan to identify and apprehend those responsible.
During this operation, the suspects fired at police units led by Punjab Superintendent of Police (AGTF) Bikramjit Singh Brar.
In the ensuing exchange of fire, both suspects sustained injuries and were swiftly transported to a hospital for medical attention, as noted by the AGTF Superintendent of Police.
Initial interrogations have also indicated that Piyush had traveled from Malaysia via Nepal to carry out the assassination on the orders of his handler based abroad.
Point of View
A concern for communities nationwide.
NationPress
2 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who were the arrested shooters?
The arrested shooters are Rajan alias Piyush Pehalwan from Ferozepur and Pritam Shah from Nawashahr, both in Punjab.
What weapons were recovered?
The police recovered a .30 bore PX-5 pistol, a .30 caliber Chinese pistol, and a .32 caliber pistol, along with ammunition.
What was the motive behind the murder?
The motive is still under investigation, but the shooters are believed to be connected to a fugitive gangster associated with the Bambiha gang.
How quickly did the police apprehend the suspects?
The AGTF managed to apprehend the suspects in less than 30 hours following the incident.
Was there any exchange of fire during the operation?
Yes, the suspects opened fire on the police, resulting in injuries to both shooters before they were taken to the hospital.
