Amritsar, Sept. 19 -- Amritsar Police Commissioner Harmanbir Singh Gill said the murder of ASI Harjit Singh was orchestrated by a "man from Pakistan" operating from abroad, who lured the accused with money and promises of a role in the narcotics trade.

One of the accused was killed in an encounter with the police at a checkpoint on Thanda Road, while a second escaped, police said.

"It was the man from Pakistan, operating from abroad, who lured them in; he promised them money and pledged to involve them in the narcotics trade. He essentially demanded proof of their loyalty to ensure they remained under his control and pressure," Gill told reporters.

He said the handler assigned them the task of targeting a lone police officer, killing h...