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Moran (Assam): Police Officer Allegedly Shoots Himself Dead After Firing at Woman
In a tragic turn of events, a police officer in Assam’s Dibrugarh reportedly shot himself dead with his service revolver after firing at a woman on Saturday. The incident took place in Rangpuria in Lahowal of Dibrugarh, leaving the woman critically injured and undergoing treatment at the Assam Medical College hospital.
Officer-in-Charge Identified
The deceased has been identified as Anupam Gowala, who held the position of Officer-in-Charge (OC) at Namrup police station. Hailing from Kakosang in Bokakhat, the reason behind his actions remains unclear as investigations are still ongoing.
Details of the Incident
The shooting occurred at the residence of Bipul Gogoi in Rangpuria, Lahowal, where Bishnupriya Lahan Gogoi sustained injuries during the altercation. Senior police officials have already reached the scene and initiated a thorough investigation into the matter.
Post-Mortem and Ongoing Probe
Following the tragic incident, the cop’s body has been sent for post-mortem to determine the exact cause of his actions. The local police station remains committed to understanding the sequence of events leading up to the officer’s fateful decision.
Similar Incidents Elsewhere
Notably, this incident comes just days after a constable of Kolkata Police reportedly took his own life in West Bengal’s Alipore. The frequency of such events raises concerns about the mental well-being of law enforcement officers across the country.
As the investigation continues, authorities aim to shed light on the circumstances surrounding the officer’s actions and provide closure to all those affected by this tragic incident.
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