Chandigarh, Dec. 1 -- A man was shot dead on late Monday in Chandigarh's Sector 26, prompting a high-level police investigation. IG Chandigarh, Pushpendra Kumar, confirmed that multiple shots were fired during the incident, resulting in the death of 35-year-old Inderpreet Singh Perri.

According to police, around nine rounds were fired, and officers recovered eight empty shells and one live cartridge from the spot. Preliminary examination suggests 4-5 bullet wounds on the victim's body. Officials said the exact cause of death and further details will be confirmed after the post-mortem.

Police sources also indicated that the incident may be linked to gang rivalry, as the deceased had several criminal cases registered against him.

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