Extortion bid: Amritsar Police arrest 2 for firing at bizmans shop

The Amritsar Police arrested two individuals accused of firing at a businessman's shop and attempting to extort money from him. According to reports, the shop owner had initially received extortion calls intended to intimidate him into paying money before several rounds were fired at his shop's shutter. The businessman was initially reluctant to approach the authorities, but investigators launched a probe after learning of the incident through other means.

Using technical surveillance and human intelligence, police teams tracked down and arrested the two suspects from Majitha. Investigators stated that one of the suspects attempted to flee during the initial apprehension and sustained a foot injury. Police registered an FIR under relevant sections of the BNS and the Arms Act at the Civil Lines police station.

During transit back to Amritsar, a second incident occurred when the police vehicle slowed down due to an animal on the road. Authorities stated that one of the suspects scuffled with escorting officers, forced open the vehicle door, and attempted to snatch an official carbine. During the ensuing struggle, a shot was discharged, injuring the suspect in the leg, following which he was hospitalized and a separate FIR was registered.

Not yet reported: The exact monetary amount demanded in the extortion calls was not reported.