Bishnupriya Lahon Gogoi : Assam Cop’s Tragic Act: Shoots Woman, Self

Accident – Death – Obituary News :

Assam Police Officer Allegedly Commits Suicide After Shooting Woman in Dibrugarh District

An on-duty Assam police officer reportedly took his own life after shooting himself with his service revolver on Saturday. The tragic incident occurred after the officer fired upon a woman in the Lahowal area of Dibrugarh district in Assam.

Details of the Incident

The deceased cop, identified as Anupam Gowala, was the officer-in-charge of Namrup police station and hailed from Jorhat district. The victim, Bishnupriya Lahon Gogoi, was rushed to a nearby hospital after sustaining severe injuries from the bullet fired by Gowala.

Eyewitness Account

Bipul Gogoi, the victim’s husband and an eyewitness to the incident, revealed that Gowala forcibly entered their house and demanded that Bishnupriya accompany him. When Bipul tried to intervene, Gowala allegedly threatened him with his gun, leading to a scuffle. Subsequently, the accused officer fired at Bishnupriya, causing critical injuries.

Tragic Turn of Events

Bipul recounted that following the shooting, Gowala turned the gun on himself. Upon discovering the scene, Bipul promptly alerted the police, who arrived and recovered Gowala’s lifeless body. The authorities have initiated a post-mortem examination on the deceased officer.

Medical Attention for the Victim

The victim sustained a gunshot wound to her lungs during the scuffle, necessitating urgent surgical intervention as advised by medical professionals. The gravity of her condition underscores the severity of the incident.

Ongoing Investigation

Law enforcement officials have classified the case as a sensitive matter and are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the tragedy. Interrogations are being conducted with potential eyewitnesses to piece together the sequence of events leading to the fateful altercation.

Support Resources

As the community grapples with the aftermath of this distressing incident, helplines are available for those in need of emotional support. Individuals can reach out to organisations such as Aasra, Sneha, Sumaitri, Cooj, Jeevan, Pratheeksha, Maithri, Roshni, and Lifeline for assistance during challenging times.

Author: Sheen Kachroo

Sheen Kachroo, a Sub-Editor at News18.com, covers a broad spectrum of topics including general news, politics, international affairs, and education. With a background in History, she brings a unique perspective to her reporting.

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