Police officer shot at in Howrah, suffer injury in hand

A police officer was shot late at night in front of the Ghosh Para petrol pump in Howrah, triggering panic in the area. The incident took place around 11 PM, leaving locals in shock. The officer, identified as Jayant Pal, sustained a gunshot wound to his hand and was immediately rushed to a private hospital in Howrah for treatment.

Following the shooting, police teams from Bantra and Shibpur police stations arrived at the scene and recovered a bullet shell. The exact circumstances leading to the attack remain unclear, and officials are actively investigating the matter.

Sources confirmed that a woman was present with the officer at the time of the incident. A vehicle found at the scene has been seized by the police for forensic examination. The woman is currently being questioned to determine her connection to the officer and whether she has any information about the attack.

Senior officials from Howrah City Police also reached the crime scene to assess the situation. Meanwhile, Jayant Pal, who is stationed in Hooghly district, is undergoing treatment and is expected to provide crucial details once his condition stabilizes.

Authorities are probing various angles, including whether the attack was a result of a personal dispute. Investigators are also trying to determine if any external threats were involved.