Car Fire Incident in Ludhiana Raises Security Concerns
Ludhiana: Car set ablaze outside Surjeet Enclave house
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A Hyundai Creta car was set ablaze outside a residence in Surjeet Enclave, Ludhiana, Punjab, early Sunday morning. The incident, captured on CCTV, involved two men who fled the scene after igniting the vehicle, which belongs to hosiery businessman Sarthak Malhotra. This marks the second such attack on his property in six months.
- 01A car was set on fire outside a residence in Surjeet Enclave, Ludhiana.
- 02The incident occurred at 3:49 AM and was captured on CCTV.
- 03The vehicle belonged to hosiery businessman Sarthak Malhotra.
- 04This is the second incident targeting Malhotra's vehicle in six months.
- 05Police are investigating potential motives, including personal rivalry.
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In the early hours of Sunday, a Hyundai Creta was set ablaze outside a house in Surjeet Enclave, Ludhiana, Punjab. The incident occurred at 3:49 AM when two men arrived on a scooter. CCTV footage revealed one suspect pouring a flammable substance on the car before igniting it. The vehicle, owned by hosiery businessman Sarthak Malhotra, was quickly engulfed in flames, prompting Malhotra and his family to act swiftly to control the fire, which could have spread to their home. This incident marks the second attack on Malhotra's vehicle in six months, raising concerns about safety in the area. Police from the Jagatpuri outpost responded promptly, recording statements and seizing CCTV footage to identify the suspects. Investigations are ongoing, with authorities exploring various angles, including personal rivalry and local criminal involvement.
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This incident raises serious security concerns for residents in Surjeet Enclave, highlighting potential risks of targeted attacks.
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