Nagpur: A seemingly playful act turned deadly when a knife thrown in jest struck and killed a lounge cashier, leading to the arrest of his colleague on murder charges. The incident occurred in a lounge in Nagpur, Maharashtra, sending shockwaves through the local community.
Victim and Accused Identified
The deceased has been identified as Avdheshkumar Krishnakumar, a native of Uttar Pradesh. He was working as a cashier at the lounge. The accused, Ayush Sukhbirsingh Negi (24), hails from Uttarakhand and was a colleague of the victim. According to police reports, Negi was detained shortly after the incident and has been booked for murder.
Details of the Incident
Preliminary investigations reveal that the two colleagues were engaged in light-hearted banter when Negi allegedly threw a knife in the direction of Krishnakumar as a jest. The knife struck Krishnakumar in a vital area, causing fatal injuries. He was rushed to a nearby hospital but succumbed to his wounds. Police have registered a case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and are conducting further inquiries.
The incident highlights the dangers of horseplay with weapons, even in a seemingly friendly environment. Authorities have urged the public to refrain from such actions that can lead to irreversible consequences.
