Ludhiana, Oct. 6 -- Two unidentified bike-borne assailants opened fire on a police team at a checkpost near Lalton village on Pakhowal Road on Sunday afternoon, injuring a civilian who intervened to assist the police.

The injured, Lakhwinder Singh, 25, a resident of Dehlon, sustained a bullet injury to his thigh and was admitted to a nearby hospital. His condition is stated to be stable.

According to officials, the Emergency Response Team (ERT) had set up a special checkpoint in the area ahead of upcoming festivals when the incident took place. The team signalled a motorcycle carrying two men to stop. Instead of complying, the duo allegedly shoved a police official and tried to flee.

Lakhwinder Singh attempted to stop them, after which...