Police in Rudrapur have registered a case after a video allegedly showing firing during a dispute between 2 groups in the Transit Camp area circulated on social media. The accused has not been reported arrested, and officers are continuing their investigation.
The case concerns Pravesh Gangwar, whom police describe as a history-sheeter of the Transit Camp Kotwali area. Police allege that he fired several rounds after a confrontation involving people in the locality.
The incident has raised concern in the area because the footage shows a young man holding what appears to be a country-made pistol, or tamancha, while firing. The video also appears to show him making a gesture toward his moustache during the firing.
Police investigation
The police took note of the footage after it began circulating online and registered a case based on the video. Officers are now working to verify the recording, establish the circumstances of the confrontation and collect other evidence linked to the incident.
City Circle Officer Rudrapur Vibhav Saini said the firing followed a dispute between 2 groups in the Transit Camp area. He said the allegation of firing had been made against Pravesh Gangwar and that the police investigation was under way.
Police teams are attempting to locate and arrest the accused. Officials have also begun examining the circulation of the video on social media as part of the wider inquiry.
Law-and-order focus
The police said monitoring has been increased in the area to maintain law and order and prevent similar incidents. The available information does not report any death or injury in connection with the firing.
The case remains at the investigation stage. The allegation against Gangwar has not been established by a court, and further action will depend on the evidence collected by police.
Conclusion
Rudrapur police have opened a case over alleged firing in Transit Camp, are checking the viral footage and are searching for Pravesh Gangwar, while increased monitoring continues in the area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where did the alleged firing take place?
The incident was reported in the Transit Camp area of Rudrapur.
Q. What led to the incident?
Police said the firing followed a dispute between 2 groups.
Q. Who has been accused?
Police have named Pravesh Gangwar, described as a history-sheeter of the Transit Camp Kotwali area.
Q. What action has police taken?
Police registered a case after taking note of the video and began searching for the accused.
Q. What is the current status of the case?
The investigation is continuing, including examination of the video and collection of related evidence.
