Amritsar Shooting Investigation
Punjabi influencer and makeup artist Mad Sandhu shot dead in Amritsar attack.
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Key Points
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Police Commissioner Harmanbir Singh Gill said Sandhu had given his car for washing when he was attacked; Sandhu was the son of a retired Punjab Police sub-inspector.
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Police recovered two empty bullet shells at the scene and formed a team to identify and arrest the attackers.
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Sandhu had recently been in a dispute with Nihang jathedar Manpreet Singh Khalsa over his online content and clothing. Sandhu reportedly said he had changed and alleged that old videos were being reshared to stir controversy.
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Sandhu acted in the Punjabi film ‘Oye Bhole Oye’ and also appeared as a podcast guest to discuss makeup and the movie business.
Punjabi influencer and makeup artist Mad Sandhu was shot dead in Amritsar on Saturday evening, News18 reported. Two unidentified motorcycle-borne attackers opened fire on Loharka Road around 6 p.m., and Sandhu died while being rushed to the hospital. ANI News confirmed he sustained two gunshot wounds. Police recovered two empty bullet shells at the scene and have launched an investigation, though the motive remains unclear.
Sandhu, whose full name was Madhusudan, was known for his makeup tutorials, fashion content, and commentary on gender issues. NDTV Profit noted he had also acted in the Punjabi film 'Oye Bhole Oye.' Police Commissioner Harmanbir Singh Gill said Sandhu was the son of a retired Punjab Police sub-inspector and had recently faced online controversy.
Attackers Still at Large, Police Investigating
Investigators have formed a team to identify and arrest the two attackers, but their identities remain unknown. Tribune India reported that the assailants fled on a motorcycle after the shooting. Police Commissioner Gill said they have leads and are examining the attack from multiple angles, but have not yet established a clear motive.
Recent Dispute With Nihang Leader Over Online Content
Sandhu had recently been in conflict with Nihang jathedar Manpreet Singh Khalsa over his online content and clothing choices. Cedar News reported that Sandhu had alleged old videos were being reshared to stir controversy. Sandhu claimed he had changed his approach, but the dispute may have fueled tensions.
Influencer Faced Ongoing Trolling and Controversy
Sandhu's content on makeup, fashion, and gender issues had made him a target for online trolling. His willingness to discuss controversial topics and challenge traditional norms drew criticism from some segments of social media. This backdrop of controversy adds complexity to investigators' search for motive in the killing.
Ordinary Moment Before Fatal Attack
Police Commissioner Gill revealed that Sandhu was at a car wash on Loharka Road when the attackers struck around 6 p.m. on Saturday. He had stepped out to retrieve his vehicle from washing when the motorcycle-borne gunmen opened fire without warning. The sudden nature of the attack has left investigators working to connect potential suspects to the crime.
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