28-year-old Punjab man shot dead in New York while delivering pizza
A 28-year-old Indian man, Gurudeep Singh, was fatally shot during a suspected robbery while delivering pizza in New York. His family has appealed to the Indian and Punjab governments for assistance in repatriating his body.
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This incident highlights the safety risks faced by immigrant workers in the gig economy and the ongoing challenges of international consular support.
A 28-year-old man from Punjab, Gurudeep Singh, was shot dead in New York while delivering pizza.According to local reports, Gurdeep from Jabbowal village in Punjab's Kapurthala district, was in the Richmond Street area of New York when an unidentified armed person allegedly opened fire during a suspected robbery attempt.Gurdeep moved to the US about 13 years ago, after taking a loan to fund his journey, according to his family.
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