Shock and anger have gripped Hasnabad village in Andhra Pradesh's Guntur district following the brutal murder of an 11-year-old boy. The young victim, identified as Sheikh Khalil, was found dead with multiple stab wounds, sending waves of fear through the local community.
Chilling Discovery in the Pond
The tragic sequence of events began on Sunday morning when Khalil went with friends to nearby fields in Krosuru mandal to pluck plums. While his friends returned home later, Khalil did not. As night fell and he remained missing, his worried parents and relatives launched a frantic search across the area.
During the desperate hunt, the boy was discovered lying in a pond. Locals immediately alerted the police, who rushed to the spot. A preliminary examination of the body confirmed the worst fears, revealing multiple stab wounds and leading authorities to declare it a clear case of murder.
Police Investigation Points to Past Conflicts
Law enforcement officials have registered a case and formed special teams to track down the culprits. Preliminary investigations have suggested a disturbing motive, pointing towards the murder being linked to old enmities involving the boy's family and some villagers.
However, police officials have emphasized that they are not limiting the probe to this single angle. They have stated that all possible angles are being thoroughly examined to ensure no stone is left unturned in the pursuit of justice. The victim's body has been sent for a post-mortem examination to gather further forensic evidence.
Community Reels from the Brutal Crime
The heinous nature of the crime, targeting a child, has triggered profound fear and outrage among residents of Hasnabad village. The incident has shattered the sense of security in the area, with the community demanding swift action and arrests. The police presence has been intensified as the investigation continues under significant public pressure to solve the case quickly and bring the perpetrators to book.
