Faridabad parking dispute: Neighbour shot dead, accused arrested
Synopsis
Key Takeaways
A man was fatally shot by his neighbour following a parking altercation in Sector-21C, Faridabad, Haryana, on the evening of 6 November — the occasion of Dhanteras — and the accused has since been arrested, police officials confirmed on Saturday, 7 November. The victim, identified as Paramjit Dhankar, had returned from Singapore just two days before the incident to attend a family wedding.
How the Shooting Unfolded
According to police, the sequence of events began at around 8:30 pm on 6 November, when the accused, Mohan alias Monu Sharma, rang the doorbell at Paramjit's ground-floor residence in House No. 641 and called him downstairs to move a vehicle. Paramjit's son Shaurya, who accompanied his father, stated in his complaint that an argument broke out almost immediately after they stepped outside.
The dispute escalated rapidly. According to the police account, Mohan allegedly drew a licensed pistol and fired approximately 15 to 16 rounds at Paramjit. Between eight and nine bullets reportedly struck the victim, who succumbed to his injuries. Mohan also allegedly fired at Shaurya, who managed to take cover behind parked vehicles and escape unharmed. The accused then fled the scene in his car.
Background of the Dispute
Investigators say the shooting was not an isolated flare-up. According to police, the two families had reportedly been at odds for some time over minor issues. Notably, approximately five days before the shooting, Mohan had allegedly used abusive language against Paramjit's son — a detail that, according to officials, points to a simmering feud rather than a spontaneous confrontation. Mohan lived on the second floor of the same house, while Paramjit and his family occupied the ground floor.
Case Registered, Accused Nabbed
Surajkund Police registered a case under charges of murder, attempted murder, and criminal conspiracy following Shaurya's complaint. Station House Officer Prahlad Kumar said that given the gravity of the case, crime branch teams were immediately directed to locate the accused. Acting under the leadership of Inspector Anil Kumar, In-charge of Crime Branch Sector-30, the team moved swiftly and arrested Mohan alias Monu Sharma on Saturday.
What Happens Next
The accused is set to be produced before a court and is expected to be taken into police remand for detailed questioning and evidence collection. Investigators will also examine the circumstances surrounding the licensed firearm used in the shooting — a weapon that, according to police, Mohan allegedly deployed to fire 15 to 16 rounds in a residential neighbourhood. The case is likely to raise questions about the regulation of licensed arms and the resolution of neighbourhood disputes before they turn violent.