Temple Caretaker Brutally Murdered in Lucknow's Dubagga Area
In a shocking incident of violence, a 60-year-old temple caretaker was brutally beaten to death by three individuals on Thursday night in the Dubagga area of Lucknow. The victim, identified as Kallu Prajapati, served as the caretaker of the Sheetla Mata temple and met a tragic end following a long-standing personal dispute.
Details of the Gruesome Attack
According to police reports, the three accused—Ankit Tiwari, Rahul Rawat, and Rahil Kannaujia—confronted Kallu Prajapati at the temple premises late on Thursday night. The altercation turned violent when the trio allegedly strangled the elderly caretaker using his own cloth, resulting in his immediate death. After committing the heinous act, the perpetrators dumped the victim's body in a nearby vacant plot and fled the scene to evade capture.
Root Cause: An Old Dispute Over Scooter Fire
Investigations reveal that the murder stemmed from an old dispute between Kallu Prajapati and one of the accused, Ankit Tiwari. The conflict dates back to January 16, when a scooter belonging to Ankit Tiwari was allegedly set on fire. Suspicion fell on Kallu Prajapati, leading to multiple heated arguments between the two in the preceding weeks. This simmering tension ultimately erupted into the fatal confrontation on Thursday night.
Sequence of Events Leading to the Murder
On the night of the incident, Ankit Tiwari arrived at the Sheetla Mata temple and began removing electrical wiring from the premises. When Kallu Prajapati objected to this unauthorized activity, the situation quickly escalated. Joined by his accomplices Rahul Rawat and Rahil Kannaujia, Ankit Tiwari launched a brutal assault on the elderly caretaker. The attack was so severe that it resulted in Kallu Prajapati's death at the scene.
Discovery of the Body and Police Response
The grim discovery was made on Friday morning when a local resident stumbled upon the body in the vacant plot and immediately alerted the authorities. Police swiftly arrived at the location and initiated a thorough investigation. Based on preliminary evidence and witness accounts, they identified the three suspects and launched a manhunt to apprehend them.
Community Shock and Ongoing Investigation
The murder has sent shockwaves through the Dubagga community, where Kallu Prajapati was known as a dedicated temple caretaker. Residents expressed outrage and concern over the escalating violence in the area. Police are continuing their investigation, gathering forensic evidence and interviewing potential witnesses to build a strong case against the accused. Authorities have assured the public that all efforts are being made to bring the perpetrators to justice swiftly.
