'He was hit by nearly 10 bullets': Former sarpanch shot dead by masked bikers in Ludhiana

LUDHIANA: Former sarpanch of village Mannewal was shot dead by some unidentified bikers near Ladhowal Bypass on Saturday late evening.The victim Navjeet Singh Neetu, 57, was driving his Toyota Innova car back home in Krishna Nagar when the incident occurred.The Dashcam of his car captured the entire incident which the police seized.It is said that Neetu had gone to visit his land in village Mannewal as per his daily routine.At night when he was returning a bike borne masked assailants fired multiple gunshots at his car. The sources suggest that the victim sustained nearly 10 bullets.The victim was rushed to the hospital however could not survive.ACP West Jatinderpal Singh said that the victim was travelling alone when some bikers shot at him.The victim suffered multiple gunshots and died at the spot. The police will lodge an FIR after recording the statements of the victim's family.The police said that land dispute is suspected to be the reason behind the killing of former sarpanch.You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Ludhiana | Silver Rate in Ludhiana | Bank Holidays in Ludhiana | Public Holidays in Ludhiana | Petrol Price in Ludhiana | Diesel Price in Ludhiana | CNG Price in Ludhiana | LPG Price in LudhianaStay updated with the latest Ludhiana news. Download the TOI App.