Jhota murder: First arrest made, Bathinda police say old enmity behind killing

The DIG said the police received information about the incident around 10.30 am on Tuesday. Primarily, it appears a licensed weapon was used in the murder, he added.

According to the DIG, the accused fled the spot after the shooting, following which the police formed several teams to track them down. The family members of the accused were also detained as part of the investigation.

The police, however, did not reveal the name of the arrested accused.