Ferozepur: A Punjab Police Station House Officer (SHO) allegedly jumped into the Ferozepur feeder canal in Makhu town of Ferozepur district, triggering a massive search operation by police and divers.
The missing officer has been identified as Gurdial Singh, a resident of Batala in Gurdaspur district. He was posted with the Punjab Police’s 112 Emergency Response Helpline in Makhu.
According to police, moments before the incident, Gurdial Singh uploaded a video on social media in which he levelled serious allegations against seven individuals. In the video, he claimed that he had been subjected to continuous harassment, defamation, and blackmail, particularly after his wife contested elections. He further alleged that the accused had been demanding ₹30–35 lakh from him and had pushed him to the brink of taking the extreme step.
Senior Superintendent of Police (Detective) Manjit Singh said that despite extensive efforts, the officer had not been traced so far. Police teams, along with expert divers, are continuing an intensive search operation in the canal.
Based on the statement of Gurdial Singh’s wife, police have registered an FIR against seven persons. Authorities said the allegations made in the video, along with other evidence, are being thoroughly investigated, and further action will be taken based on the findings.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the police department, while the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the case is underway.
