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Ahmedabad JCP Shoots History‑Sheeter During Questioning After Alleged Knife Attack

The shooting triggers a formal probe with a pending blood test to determine if the suspect was under the influence of drugs.

Overview

  • Crime Branch officers raided a hut near Chandola Lake and seized four country‑made pistols and live cartridges before detaining the suspect.
  • Police say the detained history‑sheeter produced a concealed knife during interrogation and inflicted cuts on Joint Commissioner Sharad Singhal’s hand.
  • Singhal fired his service weapon in what police described as private self‑defence, striking the suspect in the leg and stopping the attack.
  • Both the officer and the suspect were treated at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital and police released photos and official statements about the incident.
  • Authorities have ordered a blood test for the suspect and opened an investigative and procedural review to examine use of force and evidence handling.