Punjab Police apprehend extortion suspect after encounter

Punjab Police apprehended a suspect, identified as Manpreet, also known as Manna, following an encounter in the Goindwal Sahib area of Tarn Taran. The incident occurred when a patrolling team spotted two individuals on foot; as the suspects attempted to flee, one opened fire on the police.

Responding in self-defence, the police returned fire, resulting in an injury to Manpreet, a resident of Khawaspur. He was taken to a hospital for medical treatment. An illegal weapon was recovered from the scene.

According to SSP Surinder Lamba, the suspect has allegedly been involved in three recent extortion-related firing incidents in the region. While Manpreet is in custody, his accomplice managed to escape, and police are currently conducting a coordinated search operation to locate him.