Ludhiana, Nov. 2 -- A day after 25-year-old kabaddi player Tejpal Singh was murdered in broad daylight, his family on Saturday refused to cremate him until those responsible are arrested.

Demanding swift action against the assailants, the family did not allow the body to be sent for post-mortem, despite repeated appeals from the police. Officials said that locations and other technical details related to the accused are under process and assured they will be arrested soon.

Tejpal's mother insisted he had no major dispute with anyone, adding that he was her "only support". "His sister lives abroad. Those who shot him should face the same fate. I want justice, nothing else," she said, breaking down in tears.

A resident of Giddarwindi vil...