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Crime
Police Officer Killed at Home in Chandigarh, Son Arrested
✍️ indiatoday.in
🗓 26 Sep 2026, 06:17 AM
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A Chandigarh police officer was found dead from gunshot wounds at his residence, and his 18‑year‑old son was taken into custody.
A police officer serving in Chandigarh was discovered dead inside his house on Monday, the victim having sustained fatal gunshot injuries. The incident unfolded in the officer's residential neighbourhood, prompting an immediate response from local law‑enforcement agencies.
Investigators quickly identified the officer's 18‑year‑old son as a suspect and placed him under arrest at the scene. The young man was taken to the city police station for questioning, where he was produced before a magistrate.
Chandigarh police released a brief statement confirming the arrest and indicating that a forensic examination of the weapon and the crime scene is underway. No further details about motive or additional suspects have been disclosed as the investigation continues.
Investigators quickly identified the officer's 18‑year‑old son as a suspect and placed him under arrest at the scene. The young man was taken to the city police station for questioning, where he was produced before a magistrate.
Chandigarh police released a brief statement confirming the arrest and indicating that a forensic examination of the weapon and the crime scene is underway. No further details about motive or additional suspects have been disclosed as the investigation continues.