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Mad Sandhu Killing: Attackers Chased Him Before Shooting, Police Probe Possible Conspiracy
- •Punjabi social media influencer and makeup artist Mad Sandhu was shot dead in Amritsar in what police suspect was a planned attack.
- •Two men on a motorcycle reportedly followed Sandhu to a car-washing point on Loharka Road before opening fire.
- •Amritsar Police Commissioner Harmanbir Singh Gill stated that initial investigations suggest Sandhu was tracked prior to the shooting.
- •Police are gathering leads to establish the motive and uncover any wider conspiracy behind the killing, with important disclosures expected.
- •Mad Sandhu, a prominent LGBTQ personality known for openly embracing his sexual identity and speaking against discrimination, was cremated on Sunday.
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Mad Sandhu, a Punjabi social media influencer and makeup artist, was shot dead on Saturday by two men on a motorcycle at a car-washing point on Loharka Road after being followed. He was rushed to the hospital but passed away while being transported.
Madhusudan, known as Mad Sandhu, was a prominent LGBTQ personality, makeup artist, and social media influencer from Punjab. He was widely known for openly embracing his sexual identity, speaking out against discrimination faced by the LGBTQ community, and handling homophobic online trolling.
Amritsar police suspect the killing was a planned attack and are investigating a potential wider conspiracy, examining whether he was specifically targeted due to previous threats or disputes. Investigators have gathered solid leads regarding the shooters and planners, with expected disclosures soon.
