Two accused in the high-profile chemist shop murder case were injured during a police operation following their arrest, Chandigarh Police confirmed on Thursday. The accused, identified as Aryan and Sunny Mehra, were apprehended in Jammu and Kashmir and brought to Chandigarh on Wednesday night for further investigation.
According to police officials, the encounter occurred during a follow-up operation aimed at recovering evidence and verifying leads connected to the murder investigation. Authorities stated that the accused allegedly attempted to evade police during the operation, resulting in an exchange that left both suspects injured. The official version of events is being documented, and further details are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses.
The two accused were immediately taken to a government hospital, where they received medical treatment. Hospital authorities reported that their injuries were not life-threatening and that they remain under police supervision.
The case relates to the murder of a chemist shop owner in Chandigarh, an incident that had triggered widespread concern among local traders and residents. Investigators used CCTV footage, witness statements, technical surveillance, and mobile phone records to trace the suspects’ movements. Coordination between Chandigarh Police and law enforcement agencies in Jammu and Kashmir reportedly played a key role in securing the arrests.
Police are examining multiple pieces of evidence, including digital records, forensic findings, communication data, and materials recovered during the investigation. Officials have not ruled out the possibility of additional suspects or a wider conspiracy and stated that several leads remain under examination.
Senior police officers said the accused would be produced before a court for remand proceedings to facilitate further questioning. Legal representatives of the accused have not publicly commented on the allegations.
Local business associations, chemist organizations, and community leaders have welcomed the progress in the case while calling for a transparent investigation. Legal experts noted that police encounters in India are subject to established legal procedures and independent scrutiny to ensure accountability and compliance with the law.
The investigation remains ongoing, and all allegations are yet to be tested before a court of law.
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