Sunday , January 5 2025

Firing on BJP MLA Saurabh Singh Sonu, narrowly escaped


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An incident of firing on BJP MLA Saurabh Singh Sonu has come to light in Lakhimpur Kheri district of Uttar Pradesh. The attack took place on the Kasta assembly constituency MLA on New Year’s night, when he was strolling near his home after dinner with his wife.

incident details

  • MLA Saurabh Singh was strolling near his house in Sonu Shiv Colony locality.
  • Meanwhile, two people were drinking alcohol on the roadside.
  • When the MLA interrupted, both of them abused and fired two rounds.
  • It was fortunate that the MLA and his wife were not injured in the firing.

police action

  • By the time the MLA’s gunners reached there after hearing the gunshot, the attackers had fled.
  • On receiving information, police reached the spot and started investigation.
  • Three suspects have been arrested in this case, who are being interrogated.
  • Additional SP is present at the spot and is monitoring the situation.

Information related to attack on MLA

  • At the time of the incident, the MLA and his wife were completing their normal walking routine near their home.
  • The attackers were drunk and abusing.
  • The attack comes under Sadar Kotwali area.

Police statement and security increased

  • Police have said that investigation into the identity of the attackers and the motive behind the incident is ongoing.
  • Keeping in mind the security of the MLA, additional police force has been deployed.