In a shocking incident of fratricide, a 35-year-old man named Basant Sahoo was arrested on Monday for allegedly killing his younger brother over a property dispute in Jajpur district and then staging it as a suicide. The deceased, identified as Pradeep Sahoo (32), was a resident of Nuapatna village under Panikoili police limits.
Incident Details
Initially, it was believed that Pradeep had died by hanging himself from a mango tree on the night of May 20. However, the postmortem report revealed that the cause of death was strangulation, not hanging. This discrepancy prompted the police to investigate the case as a murder.
Police Investigation
Upon further inquiry, the police uncovered the truth and arrested Basant Sahoo for the murder. The accused allegedly killed his brother due to a longstanding property dispute between them. After committing the crime, he attempted to mislead authorities by making it appear as a suicide.
The police have registered a case and are conducting further investigations into the matter. The arrest has brought some closure to the family, though the tragedy has left the community in shock.
This case highlights how property disputes can lead to extreme violence within families. Authorities urge people to resolve conflicts amicably and seek legal help if needed.
