Varanasi: The police have claimed to have solved the murder of a 24-year-old property dealer who was shot dead on May 21, allegedly by the man driving the car in which they were returning home from a wedding ceremony. The Mubarakpur police arrested Umashankar Yadav, alias Pintu, and his accomplice, Virendra, alias Bindu Yadav.
Arrests and Recovery of Weapon
Azamgarh Superintendent of Police Anil Kumar stated that Umashankar was arrested from the Sathiyaon Station Road area, while Virendra was apprehended near a temple on the Kodhwa-Achalpar road. Acting on Virendra's information, the police recovered the pistol used in the murder along with cartridges from the bushes.
Confession and Motive
During interrogation, Umashankar allegedly confessed that he had conspired to kill Sushil Kumar over disputes related to land and money. According to police, on May 21, Umashankar informed Sunil, the victim's brother and a resident of Kodhwa village under Jahanaganj police station limits, that unidentified assailants, along with Pankaj Singh alias Sonu Singh and Avneesh Yadav alias Bablu Yadav, had opened fire on them while they were returning home in a car. Based on his statement, Sunil lodged an FIR naming Pankaj, Avneesh, and another unidentified person.
Investigation Unravels Truth
However, during the investigation, Mubarakpur police examined call detail records, electronic evidence, forensic findings, and the post-mortem report, besides recreating the crime scene, which allegedly exposed Umashankar's role in the murder. Police said Umashankar revealed that on May 20, Sushil was made to consume excessive liquor before being taken to a deserted stretch, where he was shot in the head. After the murder, the pistol was allegedly handed over to Virendra to conceal it. Police have also invoked relevant sections of the Arms Act in the case.
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About the Author: Rajeev Dikshit, reporting from Varanasi, covers all beats across 10 districts in east UP. With specialisation in political, legal, crime, and developmental stories, he also explores religious, cultural, sports, lifestyle, and business stories. He enjoys writing features and long-form content, delivering comprehensive and insightful coverage to readers.
