Punjab Police constable killed in clash in Amritsar village
Babushahi Bureau
Amritsar (Punjab), March 7, 2026: A Punjab Police constable was killed following a violent clash reportedly triggered by a domestic dispute in Jagdev Kalan village of the Rajasansi area of Amritsar district.
The deceased has been identified as Jagjit Singh, who was posted as a security guard with a Deputy Superintendent of Police in Gurdaspur. According to information received, Jagjit Singh had returned to his native village on Friday evening after completing his duty.
Soon after his arrival, a dispute related to a domestic matter escalated when several individuals allegedly attacked his residence. The victim’s wife, Harjit Kaur, stated that a village resident, Balraj Singh—who is also a relative—arrived at their house along with 8 to 10 people in vehicles. Upon reaching the house, they allegedly began assaulting Jagjit Singh and other family members.
During the attack, the assailants reportedly used iron rods and sticks. Jagjit Singh sustained a severe head injury after being struck with a rod and collapsed on the spot. The attackers fled the scene in their vehicles soon after the incident.
Family members rushed the injured constable to a hospital in Amritsar for treatment, but he succumbed to his injuries on the way. The family has demanded strict action against the accused.
Station House Officer Harsimrat Kaur of the Rajasansi Police Station said that police reached the spot and assessed the situation. Based on statements from the family members, a case has been registered against the accused, and efforts are underway to arrest them.
She further added that the body of Jagjit Singh has been sent to Ajnala for post-mortem examination, after which further legal proceedings will follow.