“Dalbir Singh Deol, Former Weightlifter and DSP, Found Dead in Jalandhar: Autorickshaw Driver Arrested”

Accident – Death – Obituary News : Autorickshaw Driver Arrested for Allegedly Shooting DSP in Punjab

In a shocking incident, an autorickshaw driver has been arrested for allegedly shooting dead a DSP (Deputy Superintendent of Police) of the Punjab Armed Police. The incident took place in Jalandhar, Punjab, and the driver, identified as Vijay Kumar, was apprehended based on CCTV footage. The victim, Dalbir Singh Deol, was a former weightlifter and recipient of the prestigious Arjuna Award in 2000. The police commissioner of Jalandhar, Swapan Sharma, confirmed the arrest and stated that the driver got into a scuffle with Deol, snatched his service weapon, and shot him in the head.

The lifeless body of Dalbir Singh Deol was discovered under suspicious circumstances near his village in Jalandhar on January 1. Upon examination, it was found that his leg had been crushed and he had sustained a bullet wound. The police quickly launched an investigation into the incident, and the driver was taken into custody after the CCTV footage clearly showed his involvement in the crime.

According to reports, the altercation between Deol and the driver began when the DSP requested a ride to his village. However, the driver refused to comply with the request, leading to a heated argument. The situation escalated, and Vijay Kumar allegedly wrestled the service pistol away from Deol and fired a fatal shot at his head. The police recovered the weapon from the accused, who is known to be a drug addict. It was also revealed that Vijay Kumar had previously been involved in cases of fighting.

Jalandhar police commissioner Swapan Sharma expressed his concern over the incident and assured the public that the investigation was being conducted thoroughly. He stated, “We found the body of Dalbir Singh Deol on the morning of New Year’s Day under suspicious circumstances. The place where his body was found is approximately 6-7 km from Jalandhar. We have arrested an autorickshaw driver, Vijay Kumar, in connection with the case.”

Initially, the police had suspected the incident to be a hit-and-run case. However, further investigation revealed the involvement of the autorickshaw driver. Friends of the deceased DSP informed the police that they had dropped him near the bus stand after a party on the night of December 31.

The family of Dalbir Singh Deol initially feared that the incident was related to a previous altercation the DSP had with individuals from another village in Jalandhar. During that incident, Deol had discharged his licensed weapon. However, no formal complaint was registered as both parties reached a settlement.

The arrest of the autorickshaw driver has brought some relief to the grieving family of the deceased DSP. The police are continuing their investigation to gather more evidence and establish the exact sequence of events leading to the tragic killing.

This incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by law enforcement personnel in the line of duty. The Punjab Police will be reviewing their protocols and security measures to ensure the safety of their officers. The tragic loss of Dalbir Singh Deol has left a void in the law enforcement community, and his contributions as a former weightlifter and decorated officer will always be remembered.

As the investigation progresses, the authorities will be providing updates to the public regarding any significant developments in the case. The arrest of the autorickshaw driver has sent shockwaves through the community, highlighting the importance of maintaining peace and harmony in society..