A man allegedly fired a shot toward former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah during a wedding event in Jammu on Wednesday evening. Security personnel quickly intervened, overpowering and detaining the suspect before any harm could come to Abdullah or Jammu & Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary, who was also present.
Incident Details
The incident occurred as Abdullah and Choudhary were leaving the marriage function. According to officials, the suspect allegedly attempted to target the leaders and discharged a firearm, causing panic before being subdued. Both Abdullah and Choudhary escaped the incident unharmed.
J&K CM Omar Abdullah, in a post on X, stated his father “had a very close shave,” noting the suspect was able to get within point-blank range before the close protection team deflected the shot. The suspect, identified by police as Kamal Singh Jamwal, is currently undergoing interrogation.
Investigation Underway
Police have stated the suspect is being questioned and a full investigation is underway. Reports indicate the suspect was reportedly under the influence of alcohol at the time of the incident. The pistol used has been seized.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened during the incident?
A man allegedly fired a shot toward Farooq Abdullah at a wedding event in Jammu. Security personnel quickly intervened and detained the suspect.
Were any injuries reported?
No injuries were reported. Both Farooq Abdullah and Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary escaped unharmed.
What is the status of the investigation?
The suspect is currently in police custody and undergoing interrogation. A full investigation is underway.
As the investigation unfolds, will the focus shift to understanding how the suspect was able to breach security measures and approach the former Chief Minister so closely?
