President's Bodyguard personnel shot in head in Uttar Pradesh
Army jawan Saurabh Tomar is receiving treatment in Meerut after being shot during a dispute in Baghpat.
Army jawan Saurabh Tomar, a member of the President's Bodyguard (PBG) regiment, was shot in the head on the night of November 8 in Gopalpur Khadana village, Baghpat, according to reports by The Times of India and Mint.
The incident occurred while Tomar was visiting his native village for Diwali. A dispute reportedly broke out between the family and their neighbours over bursting firecrackers.
According to the Baghpat Police, a shot from a country-made pistol ricocheted off a wall and struck Tomar behind the ear. His brother, identified as Vineet or Vipin Tomar, was also injured in the head after being struck with a stick.
Tomar, who is posted at Rashtrapati Bhavan, underwent surgery at a hospital in Meerut to remove the bullet. While one report stated his condition was critical in the ICU, the Baghpat Police and ANI reported that both brothers are in stable condition and out of danger.
The police have registered an attempt-to-murder case at the Ramala police station following a complaint by Tomar's father, Janakraj. The accused have been identified as Dheeraj and Sonu, also known as Monu or Praveen.
Baraut Circle CO Anshu Jain said three police teams have been formed to apprehend the two suspects, who are currently absconding.