Man Shot Dead in Muzaffarnagar Village Over Old Enmity, Three Accused Absconding
In a tragic incident in Muzaffarnagar, a 26-year-old man was shot dead by three individuals over an old enmity in Shadra Banger village, as confirmed by police on Tuesday. The victim, identified as Akshay, was attacked on Monday evening while returning home from his fields, leading to his immediate death at the scene.
Police Response and Investigation
Senior Superintendent of Police Sanjay Kumar stated that upon receiving information, police rushed to the spot and sent the body for post-mortem. Investigation is currently underway to gather more details about the case. Based on a complaint lodged by Akshay's family, a murder case has been registered against three accused: Manoj Kumar, Yuvak, and Bharat, who are currently absconding.
Details of the Incident
According to the complaint, the accused intercepted Akshay on his way back from the fields and opened fire on him, resulting in his death on the spot. Police indicated that prima facie, the incident appears to have stemmed from an old enmity between Akshay and one of the accused. However, a detailed investigation is ongoing to ascertain further facts and motives behind the attack.
Efforts to Apprehend the Accused
The SSP announced that three police teams have been formed to arrest the accused, with efforts actively underway to trace their whereabouts. Authorities are intensifying search operations to bring the perpetrators to justice and ensure community safety.
This incident highlights ongoing concerns about personal disputes escalating into violence in rural areas, prompting calls for enhanced police vigilance and conflict resolution mechanisms.
