Canadian Killed In Punjab, Family Alleges Murder Over Objection To Music

Mohali: 

A permanent resident of Canada who had come to India in February earlier this year allegedly died during a fight  with locals in Mohali, police officials said on Tuesday, adding that the accused has been identified as Niranjan Singh.

The victim has been identified as Pradeep Singh (24), a resident of Gazikot Village in Gurdaspur, Punjab.

SSP Mohali said, “The victim, Pradeep Singh had worn the dress code of Nihangs at the time of the incident. So far he has not been found linked to any Nihang group”.

Officials said they were examining all the viral videos of the incident.

“I appeal to people not to believe any rumours. Further probe is underway,” he informed.

The police official said they got information on Tuesday around 10.30 pm that a boy named Pradeep Singh died during a fight.