Panjab Radio’s presenter attacked in daylight

On Sunday (16th July) afternoon Panjab Radio’s Gurbani presenter Jasvir Singh was brutally attacked in Feltham, whilst on his way to a conference.

The assault took place in broad daylight and was carried out by a group of 25 men of a Sikh background, aged between 15 and 55. Jasvir Singh suffered a broken nose, cracked ribs, a broken leg and bruising all over his body due to being dragged across the floor.

The police arrested 13 of the 25 men at the scene itself, they have now been released to answer bail at a later date.

Surjit Singh Ghuman, Managing Director of Panjab Radio said, “Panjab Radio is a broadcasting House. We do not favour any one particular group of people. We entertain freedom of speech from all individuals, be they Hindu, Sikh, Muslim or any other individual group.”

Police would like to hear from anyone who witness the incident or has information that may help with enquiries. The Hounslow CID Team contact number is 0207 247 6271.