A long-standing rivalry turned deadly in a Satna village late Friday night, resulting in one fatality and leaving four others with serious injuries after a violent confrontation erupted between two groups.
Violent Outbreak in Atra Village
The incident occurred in Atra village, which falls under the jurisdiction of the Nagod police station. According to police officials, what began as a minor argument quickly spiraled out of control, escalating into a brutal assault where the groups attacked each other with sticks and other weapons.
The violence proved fatal for Dwarka Singh, aged 45. He sustained critical injuries during the clash and was being rushed to the district hospital for urgent medical care. Tragically, he succumbed to his wounds en route.
Victims and Police Response
The other injured individuals, identified as Billa Patel and Natthu Patel among others, were admitted to the Satna district hospital. Medical authorities have reported their condition to be serious, and they are currently undergoing treatment.
Speaking to the media, Nagod police station in-charge Ashok Pandey confirmed the grim outcome. "One person died and a few sustained injuries in the clash," he stated. He indicated that old enmity is suspected to be the primary reason behind the violent outbreak. A detailed investigation has been initiated to uncover the exact sequence of events and the full context of the feud.
Investigation and Manhunt Launched
Police revealed that more than half a dozen people were involved in the assault. Following the incident, the assailants fled the scene. Law enforcement has launched a concerted hunt to track down and arrest the accused individuals.
Standard procedural steps are being followed in the aftermath. The body of the deceased has been sent for a post-mortem examination to determine the exact cause of death. Simultaneously, police teams are recording the statements of the injured victims to piece together a clearer picture of the attack. Additional teams have been deployed to trace the fleeing suspects.
The situation in the area is being closely monitored by the authorities to prevent any further escalation of tensions stemming from this tragic incident.
