Six years on, Mohali police arrest killers of Punjabi singer Navjot Singh

Chandigarh, December 15: After six long years, the Punjab Police have finally apprehended the culprits behind the murder of Punjabi singer Navjot Singh, also known as Isapuria Virk. The arrest comes as a significant breakthrough in the case that dates back to 2018 when the 22-year-old singer was tragically found deceased near a factory plot in Dera Bassi town within Mohali district.

Announcing the pivotal development, Punjab's Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav took to Twitter on Friday to share the news, stating, "Today, after six years, the killers of singer Navjot Singh @ Isapuria Virk have been arrested. Justice has been served." He commended the Crime Investigation Agency (CIA) of Mohali Police for their professional and scientific approach in resolving this sensational and previously unsolved murder case.

The grim incident occurred when Navjot Singh was discovered deceased, having sustained five gunshot wounds from close range. His lifeless body was found near the factory plot, while his car was located parked in close proximity. It was revealed that the young singer had been residing in a rented apartment in Mohali at the time of his tragic demise.