Police Identify Suspects, Deploy CRPF in Sector 11 After Chemist’s Cashier Shot Dead

Police have identified three suspects and deployed Central Reserve Police Force personnel in Sector 11 market after the fatal shooting of a chemist’s cashier early on Tuesday. The incident occurred in a busy commercial zone where the market was bustling with vendors and shoppers. The cashier died instantly at the scene in a medical supply store that has been a fixture on the main road for years. The market was filled with shoppers buying daily essentials, and the sudden gunfire caused immediate panic among vendors and patrons. The police arrived within minutes and secured the perimeter, preventing further chaos. The chemist’s store, a long‑standing outlet that supplies laboratory reagents and medical equipment, was crowded with customers at the time of the attack. The store remained open and customers continued to move about before the incident unfolded. According to the police, the three men fled the scene on foot, walked a short distance to a motorcycle parked nearby, abandoned it, and continued on foot toward Sector 3. They moved through the narrow lanes of the residential pocket in Sector 52’s Kajheri area before reaching a bus stop where a bus bound for Punjab was scheduled to depart. The motorcycle was a standard commuter model, and the men left it unattended for a few minutes before moving on. CRPF personnel were moved into the market area to augment the local police force. The armed contingent set up a temporary checkpoint at the market entrance and began monitoring the surroundings while investigators examined the abandoned motorcycle and reviewed CCTV footage from nearby shops. Their presence was intended to deter any attempt to intimidate witnesses and to ensure that the investigation could proceed without interference. The district police chief emphasized the seriousness of the case and directed a special team to focus on tracing the suspects’ travel route. The investigation is ongoing, with statements taken from witnesses and the evidence being catalogued for forensic analysis. The shooting adds to a series of violent incidents that have raised concerns about public safety in the city’s commercial hubs. City officials have indicated that they will review security arrangements in busy market zones, and the police have pledged to maintain a heightened presence in Sector 11 and surrounding localities. The incident has sparked discussions among local residents about the adequacy of existing security measures in high‑traffic areas. Residents are being urged to report any suspicious activity and to cooperate with the ongoing inquiry. A dedicated helpline has been set up for tips, and the police continue to examine all available digital evidence as they work toward apprehending the suspects. The police have also increased patrols on adjacent streets to prevent any further disturbance. Authorities have assured the community that additional security measures will be maintained in the coming days, and the deployment of CRPF reflects the administration’s commitment to restoring confidence in the area. The police have reiterated that the case will be solved through diligent investigation and that the suspects will be produced in court if apprehended.

Source: Hindustan Times