AHMEDABAD: The Ahmedabad Crime Branch has arrested a man for his alleged involvement in the killing of Punjabi social media influencer and makeup artist Mad Sandhu in Amritsar earlier this month, police said on Thursday.The accused, identified as Parminder Kaka alias Parminder Prasad, was allegedly associated with the Goldy Dhillon gang and allegedly shot at Sandhu, Deputy Commissioner of Police, Crime, Ajit Rajian said.“His role is that of the shooter. He did the firing and also arranged the bike,” Rajian said.Sandhu was shot dead on October 3 in the Loharka Road area of Amritsar, Punjab. According to police, two unidentified men riding a motorcycle opened fire on him.Rajian said further details about the arrest and the investigation would be shared at a press conference.Sandhu was known for his social media presence and work as a makeup artist. He spoke about makeup artistry and gender issues on podcasts and digital platforms.He had also faced criticism and backlash on social media over his content style and fashion choices.A few months ago, a Nihang Sikh had objected to his social media content and clothing and told him that his videos would have a negative impact on youth.Sandhu’s Instagram account had 2.26 lakh followers. He had also acted in the Punjabi film ‘Oye Bhole Oye’.(With Agency Inputs)
