National Times Bureau :- A shocking incident of gun violence was reported from the border town of Dera Baba Nanak on Wednesday morning, where the owner of a well-known medical store was shot dead by unidentified assailants.
The incident occurred around 8 a.m. when Ranbir Singh Bedi, owner of Bedi Medical Store and son of Raghbir Singh, was opening his shop as part of his daily routine. According to preliminary information, the attackers were already lying in wait and opened fire as soon as he arrived at the shop.
Ranbir Singh sustained gunshot injuries to the head and collapsed on the spot in a pool of blood. He was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital in critical condition and later referred to Amritsar for advanced treatment. However, he succumbed to his injuries while being taken to the hospital.
Sources revealed that the victim had earlier received extortion threats and had also been targeted in a firing incident a few months ago, raising serious questions about the motive behind the murder.
Following the incident, a heavy police force was deployed at the spot. Senior officers reached the area, cordoned off the crime scene and initiated an investigation. Police teams are examining CCTV footage from nearby locations and questioning local residents to trace the attackers.
The incident has created panic and fear among traders and residents in the area. Further investigation is underway to identify those responsible and determine whether the killing is linked to extortion or organised crime.
