Mad Sandhu murder: His friends ate at his expense, but didnt attend funeral: Influencers brother breaks down | Watch

PTC Web Desk:  Social media influencer and makeup artist Mad Sandhu had built a sizeable online following, a growing salon business and reportedly was preparing to appear on Bigg Boss. But following his shocking murder in Amritsar, his family is now grappling with questions that go beyond the identity of his killers.

Mad Sandhu, who had more than 2.61 lakh followers on social media, was cremated after his post-mortem. He was allegedly shot dead on Loharka Road on October 3 by two motorcycle-borne assailants.

Amid the grief, Sandhu’s younger brother has raised an emotional question about the people who were close to the influencer during his lifetime. He alleged that some friends frequently enjoyed Sandhu’s company and generosity but were absent when the family gathered to perform his last rites.

According to his brother, Mad Sandhu would often spend money on friends, take them shopping and pay for food and outings. He alleged that despite this close association, those friends did not come to the funeral.

The absence, he said, has made the loss even more painful for the family, which is already struggling to come to terms with Sandhu’s sudden death.

Remembering his elder brother, Mad Sandhu’s brother said he had always been a source of strength and support.

He recalled that even when he expressed a small wish, his brother would make an effort to fulfil it. He said he now has to face life without the protective presence of the sibling he relied on most.

Mad Sandhu murder

The attack took place at around 6 pm on October 3 along Loharka Road in Amritsar. The police said two men travelling on a motorcycle allegedly opened fire at Sandhu. He suffered critical injuries and died while being taken to hospital.

Deputy Commissioner of Police Prabhjot Singh Virk said the investigation was in progress and police teams were working to identify and arrest those responsible.

Investigators are analysing Mad Sandhu’s phone records, digital information and other evidence to establish his movements before the shooting and determine whether he had any prior connection with the suspected attackers.

Gangsters claim responsibility

The case gained another dimension after foreign-based gangsters Goldy Dhillon and Lucky Johal separately claimed responsibility for Sandhu’s killing.

The police have not confirmed the claims and said they are being verified as part of the investigation. Officials are also examining whether Sandhu had been followed before the shooting.

Investigators are reportedly looking into his movements on the day of the incident. According to information being examined by the police, Mad Sandhu had visited Starbucks with friends on Saturday evening. Security arrangements and barricading linked to Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s visit allegedly prevented the attackers from carrying out an attack at that location.

Family says Sandhu never mentioned threats

Sandhu’s family has said he never told them that he was receiving threats. They said he was primarily occupied with his salon business and his work on social media. The police are also examining his online activity as part of the probe. Some of Sandhu’s videos had reportedly attracted criticism from gangsters and sections of Nihang groups. He was allegedly warned by some individuals to change or “mend” his ways.

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