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Gurdwara Manji Sahib Shooter Raju Dies in Police Custody After Health Deterioration
✍️ Amar Ujala · Punjab
🗓 03 Nov 2026, 10:36 AM
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Raj Singh, alias Raju, the accused shooter in the Gurdwara Manji Sahib incident, died in police custody in Punjab after his health deteriorated during interrogation.
The accused shooter in the Gurdwara Manji Sahib shooting incident, identified as Raj Singh alias Raju, has died while in police custody in Punjab. The death occurred after his health condition worsened during the interrogation process.
Punjab Police confirmed that Raju was being questioned regarding the violent incident at the Gurdwara. During the proceedings, his medical condition suddenly deteriorated, leading to his demise in custody. Authorities have taken the case into record and are conducting the necessary legal formalities.
The Gurdwara Manji Sahib incident had drawn significant attention due to the nature of the violence. The death of the prime accused in custody has now added a new dimension to the ongoing investigation. No further details regarding the specific cause of death or the autopsy report were immediately available at the time of reporting.
Punjab Police confirmed that Raju was being questioned regarding the violent incident at the Gurdwara. During the proceedings, his medical condition suddenly deteriorated, leading to his demise in custody. Authorities have taken the case into record and are conducting the necessary legal formalities.
The Gurdwara Manji Sahib incident had drawn significant attention due to the nature of the violence. The death of the prime accused in custody has now added a new dimension to the ongoing investigation. No further details regarding the specific cause of death or the autopsy report were immediately available at the time of reporting.