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Crime
Second Firing Incident at Businessman's Home in Jalandhar Over Extortion
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jalandhar
🗓 06 Nov 2026, 08:38 PM
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A second instance of firing has occurred at a businessman's residence in Jalandhar, allegedly linked to extortion demands.
A serious incident of violence took place in Jalandhar, where a businessman's residence was targeted by gunfire. This marks the second such incident at the same location, highlighting a persistent threat to the individual's safety.
The firing was allegedly carried out in connection with extortion demands, commonly referred to as 'randaari' in local parlance. The recurrence of such attacks at the same address suggests that the perpetrators have not been deterred by previous incidents or law enforcement actions.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of business owners in the region who are reportedly being targeted for financial extortion. Local residents have expressed fear due to the repeated use of firearms in residential areas.
Authorities are expected to investigate the second shooting to identify the perpetrators and address the underlying extortion racket. The case underscores the ongoing challenges in curbing organized extortion activities in the city.
The firing was allegedly carried out in connection with extortion demands, commonly referred to as 'randaari' in local parlance. The recurrence of such attacks at the same address suggests that the perpetrators have not been deterred by previous incidents or law enforcement actions.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of business owners in the region who are reportedly being targeted for financial extortion. Local residents have expressed fear due to the repeated use of firearms in residential areas.
Authorities are expected to investigate the second shooting to identify the perpetrators and address the underlying extortion racket. The case underscores the ongoing challenges in curbing organized extortion activities in the city.