Punjab ex-IG Amar Singh Chahal, accused in 2015 Faridkot firing case, shoots self in suicide attempt; critical
PTC News Desk: Former Punjab IG Amar Singh Chahal is battling for his life after he shot himself in an alleged suicide attempt at his residence in Patiala on Monday. He was rushed to Park Hospital where his condition is stated to be critical. He was admitted with a serious chest injury and is currently undergoing treatment.
A 12-page suicide not has been recovered from the scene in which he cited financial distress caused by an online fraud. An investigation has been launched into the matter to ascertain the exact cause behind this drastic step.
Patiala SSP Varun Sharma said police teams immediately reached Chahal’s residence after receiving information about the incident.
Notably, Amar Singh Chahal was one of the accused in the 2015 Faridkot firing case. In February 2023, a Punjab Police Special Investigation Team (SIT) led by ADGP LK Yadav filed a chargesheet in a Faridkot court naming several political leaders and senior police officers, including Chahal.
Police said further details will emerge as the case evolves.
- PTC NEWS
