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Man killed in Punjab attack over drug trade opposition
A 40-year-old man has been fatally stabbed in Punjab after he and others opposed illegal drug sales in their village. Two companions sustained serious injuries in the assault.
LSN India ·
A resident of Madi Pannwan village in Sri Hargobindpur, Punjab was killed on Monday during a violent attack allegedly carried out by individuals involved in drug trafficking. The incident occurred after the victim and his associates objected to narcotic dealing in the locality.
Bikramjeet Singh, 40, succumbed to wounds inflicted by sharp weapons during the assault. Two of his companions were also seriously injured in the attack and are currently receiving medical treatment.
The violence underscores ongoing tensions in parts of Punjab related to drug distribution networks. Local authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. Police are working to identify and apprehend the perpetrators involved in the fatal attack.