Sidhu Moosewala murder case: Key witness Angrez Singh passes away ahead of testimony

In a significant development in the Sidhu Moosewala murder case, Angrez Singh—the first Investigating Officer (IO) and one of the key witnesses—passed away late Friday night after a prolonged illness.

Singh, who was serving as the Station House Officer (SHO) of Mansa Sadar police station at the time of the Punjabi singer’s assassination in May 2022, was a crucial figure in the investigation.

As one of the first responders at the crime scene, his testimony was expected to provide critical insights into the early stages of the probe. He was scheduled to appear in court on July 4.

Due to ongoing health issues, Singh had already been unable to attend a court hearing on May 23, citing medical concerns. His death is likely to cause further delays in the high-profile trial, which has already experienced multiple adjournments.

At the most recent hearing, Singh was one of three primary witnesses listed to testify, along with Sidhu Moosewala’s father, Balkaur Singh, and police official Sukhpal Singh.

Earlier proceedings in the case had seen key eyewitnesses—Gurpreet Singh and Gurvinder Singh—identify the shooters, the weapons used, and the vehicles involved in the murder, providing pivotal testimonies in the case.

The court is now expected to formally acknowledge Angrez Singh’s passing and revise the upcoming witness list accordingly. Balkaur Singh remains scheduled to appear on July 4, with his testimony anticipated to carry considerable weight in court.

Sidhu Moosewala, a popular Punjabi singer and politician, was shot dead in broad daylight on May 29, 2022, in the Mansa district, triggering national outrage and demands for swift justice.

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