Jammu, 21 January 2025 – Authorities have stated that the shooting death of a man in the Jewal Chowk area of Jammu on Tuesday afternoon is linked to gang rivalry, and there is no connection to terrorism. Anand Jain, the Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) for Jammu, told reporters that the incident was caused by a conflict between rival gangs.
The victim, 37-year-old Sumit Jandial from Vijaypur in Samba, was shot by unknown attackers in the busy area. Police believe that members of the Gataru gang targeted him because he was part of a rival group.
#WATCH | Jammu and Kashmir | On the firing incident at Jewel Chowk, Jammu ADGP (Additional Director General of Police) Anand Jain says, “In this incident, a person named Sumit Jandial has been shot. He was attacked by his rival gang. This is not a terrorist case… investigation… pic.twitter.com/ZfGjBq90DO
— ANI (@ANI) January 21, 2025
In response to the shooting, police have started a large search to find the attackers. They are working hard to gather information and catch those responsible.
The incident has made local residents concerned about their safety. Authorities are asking anyone who knows anything about the shooting to come forward and help with the investigation.
