A 35-year-old woman was allegedly shot dead after she went to confront a group of men over an assault on her brother in Ghaziabad's Loni Border area on Saturday night. The incident took place in the Indirapuri Colony, triggering tension in the locality.
The victim, identified as Pooja, had reached the accused's house along with her cousin and other family members after her brother Aman was allegedly assaulted during a dispute. During the confrontation, one of the accused allegedly opened fire, shooting Pooja in the head.
She was rushed to a hospital in Delhi, where doctors declared her dead.
Dispute Escalates Into Firing
According to police, the argument began after a disagreement between Aman's family and some neighbours. Aman was allegedly beaten and attacked with the butt of a firearm.
After learning about the assault, Pooja went to the accused's residence to raise the issue. The confrontation soon escalated, and shots were allegedly fired. Her cousin Amit also sustained injuries in the incident.
Family Members Create Ruckus
Following Pooja's death, angry family members allegedly entered the accused's house and vandalised furniture, household belongings and vehicles parked outside. Police personnel from four police stations reached the spot to control the situation and prevent further escalation.
Five Arrested, Main Accused Absconding
Police have arrested five people in connection with the case, while the main accused, who allegedly fired the fatal shot, remains absconding. A minor girl named in the complaint is also being traced.
An investigation is underway, and police are examining CCTV footage and other evidence to establish the sequence of events. The accused have also been booked under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.