Wedding Celebration Turns Tragic as Celebratory Firing Injures Three; Girls' Hostel Guard Arrested, Rifle Seized
Muzaffarpur: A wedding celebration in Parsauni Jahangir village under Sahebganj police station limits of Muzaffarpur district turned into chaos after alleged celebratory firing left three people injured. The incident created panic in the village, prompting an immediate police response. Acting swiftly, the police arrested Ramkishore Mishra, a security guard at a girls' hostel, and seized a rifle along with three live cartridges from his possession.
Police have recorded the statement of one of the injured, Anil Paswan, and initiated the process of registering a case against unidentified persons. Investigators are examining the circumstances of the firing to determine who opened fire and whether the incident resulted from negligence or involved any criminal intent.
Panic During Wedding Ceremony
According to eyewitnesses, the wedding celebrations were in full swing when some individuals allegedly began firing into the air as part of the festivities. During the firing, bullets struck three people present at the venue, triggering panic among the guests. The celebration quickly descended into chaos as people ran for safety.
The injured were rushed to a nearby hospital by local residents. Doctors said that all three victims are currently out of danger, although one of them may require treatment at a higher medical facility.
Police Take Immediate Action
Soon after receiving information about the incident, the Sahebganj police reached the spot and launched an investigation. During the preliminary inquiry, Ramkishore Mishra, a security guard employed at a girls' hostel, was taken into custody and later formally arrested.
Police also recovered a rifle and three live cartridges from his possession. The firearm has been seized, and officials are verifying its licence and related documents.
Statement of Injured Victim Recorded
Police recorded the statement of injured victim Anil Paswan at the hospital. He stated that celebratory firing suddenly began during the wedding, resulting in injuries to several people.
Based on his statement, police are registering a case against unidentified persons. Investigators are also trying to identify others who may have been involved. Anyone found responsible will face legal action.
Investigation Underway
Officials said they are investigating all aspects of the case, including who actually fired the weapon and under what circumstances. They are also examining whether the licensed firearm was misused. If any violation of the law is established, strict legal action will be taken against those responsible.
Police are collecting CCTV footage, mobile phone videos, and eyewitness statements to reconstruct the sequence of events and identify all those involved.
Police Warn Against Celebratory Firing
Bihar Police have repeatedly appealed to the public not to engage in celebratory firing during weddings and other social events. Despite repeated warnings, such incidents continue to occur, often resulting in serious injuries or fatalities.
Police officials have urged people to celebrate responsibly and refrain from using firearms during public functions. They emphasized that celebratory firing is a punishable offence and poses a serious threat to innocent lives.
Fear Grips the Village
Following the incident, an atmosphere of fear and tension has prevailed in Parsauni Jahangir village. What was meant to be a joyful wedding celebration turned into a distressing incident within moments.
Local residents have demanded strict action against those responsible to prevent similar incidents in the future. Police said the investigation is ongoing, the arrested suspect is being questioned, and efforts are underway to identify other individuals involved. Authorities have assured that strict legal action will be taken against anyone found guilty once the investigation is complete.
