Punjab police arrest suspect in social media star's fatal shooting

Punjab police have apprehended a key suspect in the case of social media influencer Madhu Sudan Singh, known professionally as Mad Sandhu, who was shot dead on Loharka Road in Amritsar on October 3, 2026. The arrest is expected to accelerate investigations into the circumstances surrounding the brazen daylight attack.

The influencer was targeted by two assailants on motorcycles who opened fire on him, killing him on the spot. The incident had triggered widespread concern over public safety and targeted violence against social media personalities in the region. Police had launched a comprehensive investigation following the incident, examining various leads and motives.

The arrested operative is believed to have played a crucial role in either planning or executing the attack. Investigators are expected to interrogate the suspect to uncover details about the attack, including the identities of the motorcycle-borne shooters and the circumstances that led to the murder.

The case had drawn significant public attention given Mad Sandhu's prominence on social media platforms. Police have indicated that further arrests may follow as the investigation progresses and more details emerge from interrogations.