Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh): A police constable died on the spot after shooting himself during duty hours at the Chhindwara Police Line in Madhya Pradesh on Saturday.
The shocking incident took place while the constable was posted on active duty, creating panic among police personnel present at the police line.
The deceased has been identified as Shishir Singh Rajput. He was originally from the Ghamapur area of Jabalpur district.
According to police officials, he used his service weapon to shoot himself. The sound of the gunshot alerted other staff members, who rushed to the spot and informed senior officers.
Sources said that Shishir Singh Rajput was talking to someone on the phone shortly before the incident. It is not yet clear who he was speaking to or what the conversation was about.
Police are checking his call records and speaking to people close to him to understand the situation that led to the extreme step.
Shishir Singh Rajput had joined the police department in 2013. He was given a compassionate appointment after the death of his father.
Such appointments are meant to provide financial support to families after the loss of their main earning member. He had been serving in the police force for over a decade.
Senior police officials reached the police line soon after the incident and started a detailed inquiry.
The body was sent for post-mortem examination to confirm the cause of death. A case has been registered, and all aspects of the matter are being investigated.
Police officers said that the reason behind the suicide is still unknown. They are trying to find out whether the incident was linked to personal problems, mental stress, or any work-related issue.
Statements of colleagues who were present at the time are being recorded.
Officials said that support will be extended to the family of the deceased, and necessary steps will be taken after the investigation is completed.
