A young woman was wounded by gunfire during a late-night dispute in Rajiv Nagar, Haridwar, prompting police to begin searching for the suspected shooter. The incident took place within the limits of Nagar Kotwali on Friday night.
Police said the firing followed an argument involving several people. Their preliminary account indicates that a young man opened fire at another man. The woman was caught in the line of fire and sustained a bullet injury.
The shooting caused panic in the locality. After the police control room received information, a Nagar Kotwali team reached the area and arranged medical assistance for the injured woman.
Woman shifted to Rishikesh for treatment
The injured woman works at a gym and was present at the location when the dispute escalated, according to the initial police information. She was first taken to a hospital for treatment.
Her condition was initially described as serious. Doctors provided preliminary care before referring her to a higher centre in Rishikesh. Police later said her condition had improved and that she was out of danger.
The varying updates reflect the sequence of treatment: the woman was referred after her initial assessment, while a later police update described her condition as stable and no longer critical.
Police identify suspect in preliminary inquiry
City Circle Officer Shishupal Singh Negi said officers received information about the firing through the control room and immediately sent a team to Rajiv Nagar.
According to the officer, the initial inquiry identified a young man named Lucky as the person who allegedly fired at another man. The officer said the woman was hit when she came between the shooter and the intended target.
The police account remains part of the preliminary investigation. No court finding has been reported in the available information, and Lucky has not been reported as arrested.
Search and evidence collection underway
Police teams are conducting raids at possible locations while trying to trace the suspect. Officers have also begun examining why the dispute started and whether other people were involved in the firing.
Investigators are collecting information from eyewitnesses and reviewing footage from CCTV cameras installed in and around the area. Police said these leads would help establish the sequence of events and clarify the role of others, if any.
Officials have said they expect to arrest the suspect soon. Police also indicated that the full circumstances surrounding the firing would become clearer after the arrest and further investigation.
Conclusion
A young woman injured in the Rajiv Nagar firing was referred to Rishikesh after initially being described as serious, but police later said she was out of danger. The search for Lucky and the investigation into the dispute continue.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where did the firing take place?
The incident occurred in Rajiv Nagar, within the area of Nagar Kotwali in Haridwar.
Q. When did the incident happen?
Police said the firing took place late on Friday night.
Q. How was the woman injured?
Police said a shot apparently aimed at another young man struck the woman when she came into its path.
Q. Where was the woman taken for treatment?
She was first taken to a hospital and later referred to a higher centre in Rishikesh.
Q. What is the woman’s latest reported condition?
Police later said her condition had improved and that she was out of danger.
Q. Who are police looking for?
Police are searching for a young man named Lucky, whom the preliminary inquiry identifies as the alleged shooter.
Q. What evidence are investigators examining?
Police are reviewing CCTV footage and information from eyewitnesses while investigating the dispute and the possible involvement of others.
