The shooting incident occurred in the Landaura area under Manglor police station limits, where Ikram and Tajim were attacked by the accused over a financial dispute. Ikram succumbed to his injuries while being taken for treatment, while Tajim is undergoing treatment at a hospital.
Following the incident, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Haridwar formed a team under the supervision of the Station House Officer (SHO) of Kotwali Manglor. The police conducted raids at multiple locations and reviewed CCTV footage to track the suspects.
During a late-night vehicle check, police spotted a motorcycle that attempted to evade the checkpoint. When officers tried to stop them, the suspects opened fire. Police retaliated, injuring Prashant alias Sunny in the leg, while the other two fled. A chase ensued, and the two were later caught in a sugarcane field.
The police stated that the arrested individuals have previous cases registered against them in Manglor and other police stations for attempted murder, robbery, and dacoity. Further investigation is underway.
