In a shocking incident in Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh, a father and his son were shot dead by unidentified assailants, ending an 11-year-old rivalry in a bloody confrontation. The double murder took place on Thursday evening in the Jalalpur area, sending shockwaves through the local community.
Incident Details
The victims were identified as 45-year-old Ramesh Pal and his 20-year-old son, Vikas Pal. According to police reports, the duo was returning home on a motorcycle when they were ambushed by three men near a village crossing. The attackers, armed with country-made pistols, opened fire indiscriminately, killing both on the spot. The assailants then fled the scene, leaving the bodies lying on the road.
CCTV Footage Emerges
A CCTV camera installed at a nearby shop captured the entire sequence of events. The footage shows the victims being chased and shot at close range. The three suspects are seen fleeing on two motorcycles. Police have obtained the video and are analyzing it to identify the culprits.
Senior police officials, including Superintendent of Police (SP) Rural, reached the spot and initiated an investigation. The bodies have been sent for post-mortem examination. Preliminary inquiries suggest that the murder was the culmination of a long-standing land dispute between the Pal family and a rival group, which had been simmering for over a decade.
Police Investigation
SP Rural stated, "We have formed multiple teams to nab the accused. The CCTV footage is crucial evidence. We are confident of solving the case soon." A case has been registered under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code, and a manhunt is underway for the three suspects.
Community in Shock
The double murder has left the local residents terrified. "We have never seen such brutality in our village. The rivalry had been going on for years, but no one expected it to end like this," said a neighbor, requesting anonymity. The family of the victims has demanded strict action against the perpetrators.
This incident highlights the dangerous consequences of unresolved feuds and the need for swift justice to restore faith in the law.
