The Tribune, January 8, 2002

Shot dead

Sonepat

A person was allegedly shot dead by two motorcycle borne youths at Ahulana village about 30 km from here on Sunday evening. According to a report, the victim, Randhir (52) was shot in the village. The duo immediately fled on their motorcycle. A long-standing enmity is stated to be the cause of the murder.

The Ganaur police has registered a case against the alleged accused who are still at large. A massive hunt has been launched by the police to apprehend them.

Arrested

The Kharkhauda police arrested two persons, Om Parkash of Ridhao village and Virender Singh of Rohna village for allegedly possessing 620 grams of contraband charas on Sunday. According to a report, a case under the NPDS Act has been registered against them.

Wife assaulted

A housewife of Kailashpur village, Reena, sustained injuries when she was allegedly attacked by her husband and other members of his family on Sunday. According to a report, the Mahila police has registered a case of dowry harassment against the alleged assailants. Though no arrest has been made in this connection, further investigations were in progress.