Murder bid foiled at Kapurthala wedding; one arrested, key accused on the run
A major tragedy was narrowly averted during a wedding in Dhariwal Colony, Kapurthala, when a firearm allegedly aimed at a youth misfired. Police have registered a case under Sections 307, 160, 511 and 34 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), arresting one accused while the main suspect remains at large.
According to official information, police personnel, were present at a checkpoint when a telephonic message was received from Sardul Singh, former Sarpanch of Dhariwal. The caller informed the police that an armed attack had taken place on Gurnam Singh and his son Gurpreet Singh, residents of Dhariwal Colony.
Acting swiftly, the police team reached the spot where complainant Gurnam Singh submitted a written statement detailing the sequence of events. He stated that on February 27, 2026, at approximately 5.15 pm, he and his son Gurpreet Singh were standing in the street to attend a wedding ceremony of their relative Vishal, in Dhariwal Colony.
During the function, Vishal Thapar alias Jordan, allegedly confronted Gurpreet Singh and used abusive language. Shortly thereafter, another youth, later identified as Karan, resident of Rajapur near Kapurthala, arrived at the scene carrying a pistol.
As per the complaint, Vishal Thapar allegedly snatched the pistol from Karan and pointed it directly at Gurpreet Singh, pulling the trigger with intent to kill. However, the bullet reportedly misfired, preventing what could have been a fatal shooting. Taking advantage of the commotion, Vishal Thapar fled the scene with the weapon.
Local residents intervened and managed to overpower and detain Karan, who was subsequently handed over to the police. The arrested accused has been taken into custody, while efforts are underway to apprehend the absconding prime accused and recover the firearm used in the incident.
Police officials confirmed that a formal case has been registered and further investigation is in progress to determine the motive behind the attack and whether prior enmity existed between the parties.
