Shocking Attack on Lawyer's Family: Gunmen Open Fire on Car in Delhi
In a brazen late-night assault, unidentified gunmen unleashed multiple gunshots at a vehicle carrying the husband of Lawrence Bishnoi's lawyer and his associates in the national capital. The terrifying incident occurred on Tuesday night, sending shockwaves through the area and prompting an immediate high-level police investigation.
Violent Encounter Near Historic Temple
The shooting unfolded around 10:15 PM near the Marghat Wale Hanuman Temple, located in the vicinity of Kashmere Gate. According to police officials, the attackers specifically targeted the moving vehicle, with preliminary reports indicating they fired at least four rounds at the car. The rear window of the vehicle was completely shattered by the impact of the bullets, as seen in videos recorded shortly after the violent episode.
Casualty and Occupants
One of the five occupants in the vehicle sustained a gunshot wound during the attack. The injured man, identified as Sandeep by police authorities, suffered a bullet injury to his shoulder. Police sources revealed that Sandeep works with a non-governmental organization and is associated with Deepak Khatri, who was also present in the car. Khatri is the husband of the lawyer representing the notorious gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, though the lawyer herself was not in the vehicle at the time of the shooting.
Attack Methodology and Investigation
According to victim statements and preliminary police findings, the attack was executed by a trio of assailants riding a motorcycle. The bike-borne attackers tailed the car before opening fire from behind and then fleeing the scene. Law enforcement officials are currently analyzing CCTV footage collected from nearby areas to reconstruct the precise sequence of events and identify the perpetrators.
A forensic team has been deployed to the crime scene to gather physical evidence, while the special cell and crime branch have taken charge of the investigation. Police sources indicated they are exploring every possible angle, including whether the attack was orchestrated by a rival group targeting individuals connected to the high-profile Lawrence Bishnoi case.
Visual Evidence and Ongoing Probe
Disturbing videos that have surfaced show the aftermath of the shooting, including footage of a man sitting on the road near the damaged vehicle. Police authorities have confirmed they are examining all available visual evidence as part of their comprehensive investigation into this alarming incident that has raised serious security concerns in the capital city.