50-year-old man was allegedly shot dead…

50-yr-old man shot dead in Punjab’s Hoshiarpur: Police

Hoshiarpur, Apr 28 (PTI) A 50-year-old man was allegedly shot dead by his cousin at village Kurala Kalan near here on Thursday, said police.

Deputy Superintendent of Police (Tanda) Raj Kumar said Harpreet Singh had a verbal duel with his cousin Amandeep Singh over some issue two-three days ago.

Following the spat, Amandeep fired two shots at Harpreet Singh with his .12 bore rifle on Thursday and then fled, the DySP said.

One bullet hit Harpreet, leading to his death, he said, adding that investigation was underway.

PTI