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Bihar Police Constable Fatally Shoots Colleague After Argument in Bettiah

Constable Sarvjeet Kumar, now in custody, fired 12 rounds with a service rifle, killing fellow officer Sonu Kumar instantly; an investigation is ongoing.

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Eleven empty shells were recovered from the spot, police said. (Representational image)

Overview

  • The shooting occurred late Saturday night at the Bettiah Police Line in Bihar's West Champaran district following a heated argument between two constables.
  • Constable Sarvjeet Kumar fired 12 rounds from his Self-Loading Rifle, hitting Constable Sonu Kumar 11 times, resulting in his immediate death.
  • Both officers had recently been transferred to Bettiah Police Line from Sikta police station as part of routine postings.
  • After the shooting, Sarvjeet Kumar climbed onto a building roof with his revolver but was subdued by colleagues and taken into custody.
  • Authorities are investigating the incident, focusing on potential procedural lapses, firearm security, and the accused's claim of mental instability linked to personal issues.