Cop held for firing at colleague in Gurgaon

A Haryana Police constable was arrested for firing at a colleague over a minor issue, police said here on Saturday.

The incident occurred late on Friday in Manesar police station where constable Jitender Singh, posted in a quick reaction team (QRT), opened fire at head constable Surender Singh after being told not to keep his purse on the latter's bed.

"While changing his uniform, Jitender Singh kept his purse on the bed of Surender Singh, who objected to this," a senior police officer said.

After a heated argument, Jitender Singh picked up self-loading rifle (SLR) in the room and fired at Surender Singh, who narrowly escaped.

Jitender Singh, who was in an inebriated state, was immediately overpowered by his colleagues before he could fire a second round.

"The accused has been booked for attempt to murder and under the arms act," the officer added.

Jitender Singh was produced before the duty magistrate and has been sent to judicial custory for 14 days.