Parking Dispute Escalates to Shooting Incident in Jammu

A parking dispute in Jammu led to a shooting incident involving Ravinder Singh, a government employee, and Kanav Sharma, a local BJP youth leader. Singh allegedly shot Sharma after an altercation. The police apprehended Singh and recovered the weapon used. An investigation is ongoing.

A government employee was arrested for allegedly firing at a BJP youth leader during a parking dispute, officials reported on Saturday.

The incident happened in the New Plot area, Jammu. Advocate Kanav Sharma was parking in front of a Power Development Department lineman's room when Ravinder Singh confronted him, leading to an altercation.

Singh, using a licensed pistol, allegedly fired two shots at Sharma. The police launched a manhunt for Singh, who fled the scene, and later apprehended him. The weapon used was also recovered. An investigation is underway as Sharma undergoes treatment for his injuries.

(With inputs from agencies.)