Chandigarh, April 12 -- A special investigation team (SIT), set up to probe the assault on Colonel Pushpinder Singh Bath allegedly by police officials, on Friday visited Patiala to collect evidence, inspect the crime scene, and record statements of key witnesses.

The SIT that has been formally notified by Chandigarh Police comprises DSP Dheeraj Kumar, Inspector Gyan Singh, two sub-inspectors, Sudesh Kumar and Mohan Kashyap, and two constables. It will be supervised by SP Manjeet Sheoran.

"This case should not be viewed as a conflict between two institutions-police versus the army. Both parties were off duty at the time of the incident. We will conduct a fair and impartial investigation. If required, we may seek an extension to ensure th...