Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh: A tragic incident occurred on Tuesday evening in Kushinagar, where a 24-year-old man, Sandeep Paswan, was killed during celebratory firing at a birthday party. The event took place in a village under the jurisdiction of the Tarya Sujan police station area.
Incident Details
The celebratory firing happened at the birthday party of Sunil Kumar, another resident of the same area. The party was being held in a park within the village. According to the police, Sandeep Paswan was fatally shot by four youths who arrived in a car shortly after he reached the venue.
The loud music playing during the festivities masked the sound of the gunshot, which delayed the realization of the incident by those nearby. Sandeep was immediately rushed to the district hospital by Sunil Kumar in his car. Tragically, doctors declared Sandeep dead upon arrival.
Family’s Allegations
Despite initial reports suggesting that the incident was a case of celebratory firing, Sandeep’s family has alleged that it was a premeditated murder. The family claims that Sandeep was specifically targeted and shot deliberately. As a result, the police have registered a case of murder against 11 individuals, including five unidentified persons who were present at the birthday celebration.
Police Investigation
Ashutosh Singh, the Station House Officer (SHO) of the Tarya Sujan area, confirmed that an FIR has been registered, and a thorough investigation is underway. “We have taken the statements of those participating in the event and it has surfaced to be an incident of celebratory firing,” said Singh. However, the allegations by the victim’s family are being taken seriously, and the police are pursuing all leads.
Police teams are actively raiding all possible hideouts of the named accused to apprehend them. The authorities are determined to bring those responsible to justice as quickly as possible.
Missing Persons
In a disturbing turn of events, Sunil Kumar, the host of the birthday party, and another neighbor have gone missing since the incident. Their mobile phones have been switched off, adding to the complexity of the case. The police are working to locate these individuals, as their testimonies could be crucial to the investigation.
Post-Mortem Examination
Sandeep’s body has been sent for a post-mortem examination to determine the exact cause of death and to gather further evidence. The findings of the post-mortem will be instrumental in the ongoing investigation.
Community Reaction
The incident has shocked the local community, raising concerns about the practice of celebratory firing, which is not uncommon in certain regions of India. Celebratory gunfire has historically led to accidental injuries and deaths, prompting calls for stricter enforcement of laws against such practices.
Legal and Social Implications
This tragic event highlights the need for stricter regulations and public awareness about the dangers of celebratory firing. The case also underscores the importance of swift and thorough police investigations to address allegations of premeditated violence. The outcome of this investigation will likely have broader implications for how similar incidents are handled in the future.
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