Jalandhar (Punjab), December 26:
Punjab Police successfully apprehended three members associated with the Jaggu Bhagwanpuria gang after a brief exchange of fire in Jalandhar on Thursday.
Sharing details on X, DGP Gaurav Yadav said, “In a major breakthrough, Jalandhar Commissionerate Police apprehends three associates of the Jaggu Bhagwanpuria gang after a brief encounter.”
The police reportedly acted in self-defence, leading to an exchange of 15 rounds.
“Police party fired back in self-defence, which involved an exchange of 15 rounds. One of the operatives sustained critical injuries and is currently undergoing treatment at a hospital,” Yadav stated.
He further informed about the recovery of weapons, saying, “Recovery of six weapons and a significant cache of ammunition, delivering a severe blow to the gang’s criminal network involved in narcotics smuggling, arms trade, and extortion rackets. @PunjabPoliceInd remains resolute in its commitment to dismantle organised crime and ensure peace and harmony across the state.“