CCTV captures Punjab man being set on fire during visit to estranged wife’s home
A shocking case of alleged murder has emerged from Punjab’s Tarn Taran district, where a man was allegedly set on fire by his brother-in-law after visiting his estranged wife to persuade her to return home. A woman who rushed to rescue him also suffered severe burns and later succumbed to her injuries.
The victims have been identified as Lovepreet Singh and Gurjit Kaur.
According to police, the incident took place on June 13 when Lovepreet Singh visited his in-laws’ residence to convince his wife, Sandeep Kaur, to return home after she had reportedly gone to stay with her family following a domestic dispute.
During the visit, his brother-in-law, Sajan Singh, allegedly poured an inflammable substance on Lovepreet and set him on fire.
Gurjit Kaur, who attempted to rescue the victim, was also engulfed in the flames and sustained critical burn injuries. Despite treatment, both Lovepreet and Gurjit later died.
The accused, Sajan Singh, also suffered burn injuries during the incident and is currently undergoing treatment at a hospital.
Meanwhile, CCTV footage of the incident has surfaced online. The video purportedly shows the accused setting Lovepreet on fire, following which the victim is seen running in panic as flames engulf him. Gurjit Kaur is also seen caught in the blaze while trying to intervene, before another person rushes in to help.
Police have registered a case against Sajan Singh and launched an investigation. Further legal action will be taken based on the findings of the probe.
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