Tribune News Service

Amritsar, December 11

A hardware trader, identified as Vishesh Gupta, was shot at by unidentified armed assailants in the East Mohan Nagar area here this evening.

The police have started a probe into the incident.

According to information, Vishesh Gupta was closing his shop (Parkash Iron store) when the accused with covered faces came on a bike and open fire on him. His driver, Prince who was near the spot, informed his family members and the police of the incident.

As per eye-witnesses, the incident occurred around 8.30pm. Around four shots were fired at him. After firing, the accused fled away from the spot. His condition is stated to be serious.

Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police Jugraj Singh said investigation was on.