Police in Pune have taken swift action after a disturbing incident of family conflict turned violent. The Kalewadi police station registered a formal case on Saturday against a resident from the Thergaon area. Authorities accuse the man of deliberately setting his stepbrother's car on fire.
Property Dispute Sparks Destructive Act
According to official statements from the Kalewadi police, the root cause of this destructive act was a long-standing property dispute between the two brothers. Tensions over shared assets finally boiled over, leading to this extreme and dangerous retaliation.
CCTV Footage Provides Crucial Evidence
The incident unfolded in the early hours of Saturday morning. Police received an urgent alert about a vehicle parked along a road in Thergaon that had suddenly caught fire. The local fire brigade responded immediately to the scene.
Firefighters worked quickly to douse the flames. Their prompt action prevented the fire from spreading to other vehicles parked nearby, avoiding what could have been a much larger disaster.
An investigating officer from the Kalewadi police station provided details about how the case developed. "When we checked the available CCTV footage from the area, we found clear evidence," the officer stated. "The footage showed one individual approaching the car, pouring a chemical substance on it, and then deliberately setting it ablaze."
Stepbrother Identified as Perpetrator
The investigation took a significant turn when the car's owner viewed the CCTV evidence. He immediately recognized the person in the footage as his own stepbrother. The victim then informed police about their ongoing conflict over family property matters.
"We have registered a formal case against the accused individual based on the evidence and the victim's statement," the police officer confirmed. "Our investigative team is currently pursuing all leads in this matter. The inquiry remains active and ongoing."
This case highlights how family disputes over property and inheritance can sometimes escalate to dangerous levels. The Kalewadi police are treating the matter seriously as they continue their investigation into this act of alleged arson between family members.
