The town of Abohar in Punjab's Fazilka district was plunged into mourning following the tragic death of a teenager, the son of a local Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader. The young man succumbed to an accidental gunshot wound, sending shockwaves through the community and political circles.
Details of the Tragic Incident
The victim has been identified as Lovepreet Singh, the 18-year-old son of AAP leader Gurpreet Singh. The incident occurred on a Sunday evening at their family residence located in the Urban Estate area of Abohar. According to preliminary reports from the police, the fatal injury was accidentally sustained from a licensed pistol owned by his father.
Lovepreet was immediately rushed to the local Civil Hospital in Abohar by his family. Given the critical nature of his injury, doctors referred him to a higher facility for advanced care. He was then taken to a private hospital in the nearby city of Bathinda. Despite all medical efforts, Lovepreet Singh could not be saved and was declared dead by the attending physicians.
Police Investigation and Community Response
Upon receiving information, the Abohar police initiated an investigation into the circumstances leading to the young man's death. Senior police officials confirmed that the initial probe points towards a tragic accident. The licensed weapon involved has been secured by the authorities as part of the standard procedure.
The news of the tragedy spread quickly, drawing a large crowd of mourners, political associates, and local residents to the family's home. The atmosphere was one of profound grief and disbelief. On Monday, Lovepreet Singh's last rites were performed. His funeral pyre was lit at the cremation ground near the Abohar bypass, attended by a multitude of people who came to pay their final respects.
Political Figures Express Condolences
The untimely death has resonated beyond the immediate family, prompting an outpouring of sympathy from political figures across party lines. Leaders from the AAP, including local office-bearers, expressed their deep sorrow and extended support to the bereaved family. The incident has cast a pall over the political landscape of the region, highlighting a personal tragedy within the ranks of the state's ruling party.
Gurpreet Singh, the father, is a known figure in Abohar's AAP unit. The family is now grappling with an immense personal loss under the public eye. While the police continue their investigation to completely rule out any foul play, the community's focus remains on mourning the loss of a young life cut short in a devastating accident.
