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Haridwar (Uttarakhand), December 29:
Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Haridwar Pramendra Singh Dobal has constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to conduct a fair, transparent, and impartial investigation into the Laksar firing incident involving notorious gangster Vinay Tyagi, police officials said on Sunday.
The decision came a day after Vinay Tyagi succumbed to bullet injuries at AIIMS Rishikesh, three days after bike-borne assailants attacked him while police were escorting him to a court hearing in Laksar near Roorkee on December 24.
Attack Took Place While Gangster Was in Police Custody
According to police officials, the firing incident occurred in the Laksar police station area when attackers opened fire on Vinay Tyagi in broad daylight while police were taking him to court. The incident triggered serious concerns over security arrangements and law and order in the district.
Taking immediate cognisance of the matter, SSP Pramendra Singh Dobal ordered a detailed investigation from all possible angles and instructed officers to conduct the probe in a factual, professional, and unbiased manner.
City Circle Officer Haridwar to Lead SIT
SSP Dobal formed the Special Investigation Team under the leadership of City Circle Officer (Haridwar) S.S. Negi. The team will closely examine all facts, evidence, and circumstances related to the firing incident and submit its report within the stipulated time.
SIT Members Include:
- S.S. Negi, City Circle Officer, Haridwar
- Manoj Nautiyal, Station House Officer, Pathri
- Ankur Sharma, Station House Officer, Bahadrabad
- Vipin Kumar, Sub-Inspector, Kotwali Laksar
- Vinod Kundaliya, Head Constable, Kotwali Laksar
- Mahipal, Constable, CIU Unit, Roorkee
Police Arrest Two Accused After Intensive Chase
In a major breakthrough, Haridwar Police arrested two suspects on Friday in connection with the attack near the Laksar flyover.
SSP Pramendra Dobhal confirmed that police teams chased the accused on Thursday and apprehended them after sustained efforts. CCTV footage also helped police identify and track the attackers.
“Our teams chased the accused who carried out the deadly attack on gangster Vinay Tyagi while he was being taken to court. We have achieved a breakthrough and arrested both suspects,” SSP Dobhal said.
Accused Confess During Preliminary Interrogation
Police identified the arrested men as Sunny Yadav alias Shera and Ajay, both residents of the Kashipur area. During preliminary questioning, both accused confessed to their involvement in the crime, SSP Dobhal said.
Police continue further investigation to identify any additional conspirators involved in the attack.
By forming an SIT, Haridwar Police have demonstrated their commitment to accountability and justice in the Laksar firing incident. Authorities aim to strengthen security procedures and prevent similar incidents in the future.
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