Chandigarh, May 30 (PTI) Punjab Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav on Saturday visited the residence of an assistant sub-inspector, who was killed earlier this week, in Batala and assured his family that the culprits behind the crime will be brought to justice, an official statement said.
Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Joga Singh, 54, was shot dead by two unidentified assailants on May 24 while he was headed to work on a scooter. His bullet-riddled body was found in Hamja village in the Majitha assembly constituency in Amritsar.
According to the statement, Yadav said Singh made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty, exemplifying the highest traditions of Punjab Police through his courage, dedication and selfless service.
“His sacrifice will always be remembered with pride and honour,” the DGP said.
At Singh’s residence in Ghaniye Ke Bangar village, Yadav extended his condolences to the bereaved family. He told them that Punjab Police stands firmly with them in this difficult time and will extend every possible support, the statement said.
Those responsible for this heinous crime will be brought to justice, he asserted.
Yadav further told the family that the Punjab government is committed to supporting them and shall extend all assistance and welfare benefits to them.
ASI Singh joined Punjab Police as a constable in 1989 and was posted in Traffic Staff of Amritsar Commissionerate Police. PTI CHS DIV DIV
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