No Arrests Made In Chandmari Firing Incident

01:47 PM Jan 11, 2024 | Devraj Mahanta

 

GUWAHATI: A gunfire incident was reported in the Milanpur area in Chandmari, Guwahati on January 9 at around 2 AM.

Chandmari Police brought in the accused Shakil Ahmed on Wednesday for inquiry.

The incident unfolded when there was a misunderstanding between a passerby and Ahmed in the middle of the road. In order to intimidate him Ahmed fired a blank in the air. 

Meanwhile, officials have further said that the firearm in possession of Ahmed  was registered in the name of his father, a retired forest ranger. It is to be mentioned that there were two firearms in Ahmed’s possession which police have seized.

While speaking to GPlus, a police official from the Chandmari Police station said, "We brought in Ahmed for investigation. He was released on notice. The opposite party has filed a case against him which will continue legally."

Further details are awaited.