The investigation into tragic death of famous singer Zubeen Garg in Singapore has taken dramatic turn, with his cousin, Sandipan Garg, an officer of Assam Police Service, being arrested. Reports says Sandipan was present with singer when fatal incident occured.

Authorities from Assam Police’s Special Investigation Team (SIT) and Criminal Investigation Department (CID) have so far arrested five people in connection with case. These includes main event organizer of Northeast India Festival, Shyamkanu Mahanta; Zubeen’s manager, Siddharth Sharma; his bandmate, Shekhar Jyoti Goswami co-singer, Amritprava Mahanta; and now Sandipan Garg. Each arrest has raised critical questions about circumstances surrounding singer’s death.

Investigation is focus on events leading up to singer’s demise, exploring issues related to event organization, personal interactions, and possible negligence. Arrest of close family member, specially a police officer, has added sensitive dimension, suggesting potential conflict of interest or failure in initial reporting and safety measures.

Police sources indicate interrogation of arrested individuals is ongoing, with authorities seeking to reconstruct timeline of events. Investigators are examining digital records, eyewitness accounts, and forensic evidence from Singapore to determine how incident unfolded. Public and fan reactions has been intense, many expressing shock at developments.

Legal experts note that arresting someone closely related to deceased, especially law enforcement officer, is unusual but shows seriousness with which authorities are treating case. Further arrests or charges may follow depending on outcome of ongoing investigations.

Incident has ignited debates on safety standards at cultural events, accountability of organizers, and responsibilities of accompanying personnel. Meanwhile, Assam Police have assured citizens of thorough, transparent investigation to bring clarity and justice regarding singer’s untimely death.