Pathankot Tragedy: ASI's Car Dips into Canal in Suspicious Circumstances, Daughter Drowns After Heated Dispute

Pathankot(The Uttam Hindu):In a tragic incident near Jaswalia village in Pathankot, an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) lost his daughter when their car plunged into the Upper Bari Doab Canal (UBDC) while returning home after visiting Gurudwara Sri Barath Sahib in Batala. The accident occurred on November 28, 2024, when the father, Germanjit Singh, and his daughter, Harmanpreet Kaur, were driving back home.

According to reports, the ASI took the car to a secluded area before driving it into the canal, leading police officials to describe the circumstances surrounding the incident as "highly suspicious." Initial investigations suggest that there may have been foul play involved, especially since there appeared to be no reason for him to stray from the main road. Witnesses indicated that there had been a disagreement between the father and daughter prior to the accident.

Local residents quickly responded to the scene upon hearing about the accident. They managed to rescue Germanjit Singh from the vehicle, but unfortunately, Harmanpreet drowned despite their efforts to save her. The police were notified of the incident, and approximately 30 officers arrived at the site to assist in retrieving the car from the canal. However, initial attempts were unsuccessful due to the depth of the water.

A crane was eventually brought in from Pathankot city, and after several hours of effort, the vehicle was recovered along with Harmanpreet's body, which had become entangled in the car. The ASI was taken to a private hospital in Pathankot for treatment, where he is reported to be in serious condition.

The police are continuing their investigation into the incident, focusing on the sequence of events that led up to it. Senior officials have stated that a case will be registered once their inquiries are complete. This tragic event has raised concerns within the community regarding road safety and has drawn significant media attention as details continue to emerge.