Kapurthala: A 27-year-old wrestler was shot dead outside his home in the Mehtabgarh area of Kapurthala on Monday night when armed assailants opened fire in an attack targeting his neighbour.The deceased, identified as Mani alias Pehalwan—who had gotten married around six months ago—was bursting firecrackers outside his house around 7.30 pm when the assailants struck. At least one bullet pierced his chest, causing him to collapse instantly.He was rushed to the civil hospital in Kapurthala, where doctors declared him brought dead.Deputy superintendent of police (DSP) Shital Singh stated that the shooting stemmed from a dispute between two rival groups, clarifying that the deceased was not the intended victim but a neighbour of the target.The victim’s father, Bagga, told the police that their family had no personal enmity with anyone.Following preliminary investigations, the police booked seven accused in the murder case, including a key suspect identified as Kamal, who already faces multiple cases under the Arms Act. A manhunt and further probe are currently underway.
