ASHISHPURI
Kapurthala Police have arrested three persons in connection with the violence, vandalism and arson reported at Lovely Professional University (LPU). The arrests mark a significant development in the investigation.
Of the three accused, one has been identified as Gagan, a resident of Tibbi Mohalla in Phagwara, while the second is from Mumbai. The identity of the third accused has not yet been disclosed by the police.
All three accused were produced before a court in Phagwara for further legal proceedings. The court has granted the police three days of remand for all three accused.
According to the police, the arrested suspects allegedly played a direct role in the violence and arson that took place on the university campus. The arrests follow an investigation aimed at identifying those responsible for the damage and disturbances reported at LPU.
Police are continuing efforts to trace and apprehend other individuals allegedly involved in the incident. Police teams are conducting raids outside Punjab as part of the search for the remaining suspects.
The incident reportedly involved violence and damage to property on the university premises, prompting law enforcement authorities to launch a detailed investigation. Police are examining available evidence and gathering information to establish the involvement of different individuals.
SSP Gaurav Toora stated that the investigation has concluded, while efforts to trace the remaining suspects are still underway. Police teams are conducting searches at various locations outside Punjab to locate those who remain wanted in connection with the case.
The arrests are expected to help investigators establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and determine the alleged roles of the suspects. Further action will depend on the findings of the investigation and the ongoing court proceedings.
Police are expected to hold a press conference tomorrow to share further details about the arrests and the ongoing investigation.
