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Fatal Road Rage Attack Sparks Fierce Protests
19 Sep
Summary
- Man died from injuries sustained in a road rage incident on September 14.
- Protesters blocked a main road demanding the arrest of alleged attackers.
- Police added murder charges after the victim's death.
A 29-year-old man, Gurpreet Singh, succumbed to injuries on Saturday, September 19, 2026, following an alleged road rage attack on September 14. The incident, which began with a minor dispute, escalated when occupants of a white SUV reportedly blocked the victim's vehicle.
Gurpreet Singh sustained serious head injuries during the assault, which involved a sword and a stick. His cousin, Gagandeep Singh, was also injured. The family's demand for justice led to significant protests, including blocking the main chowk in Pehowa with Gurpreet's body.
Authorities responded by adding murder charges to the case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Police assured swift arrests of the accused, Karan Pandit and another individual. Following these assurances, the family ended their protest and proceeded with the cremation.
