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Tragic Incident: Teen Fatally Shot by Friend in Thane After Drunken Brawl

Thane, Maharashtra – In a shocking and tragic incident, an 18-year-old boy named Rajan Yerkar was allegedly shot dead by his friends after a heated brawl at a liquor party near Kalyan town. The unfortunate incident took place late on Monday, and local authorities are investigating the matter.

The incident occurred in Mharal village, located in the rural vicinity of Suryanagar in Kalyan. Rajan Yerkar and his friends, Samir Chavan, Rohit Bhalekar, Parvez Sheikh, and Sunil Waghmare, had gathered for a drinking session. Unfortunately, the situation escalated quickly, leading to a violent altercation.

Verbal abuses and fisticuffs broke out among the group, intensifying the tension. Shockingly, one of the friends suddenly brandished a country-made pistol and fired at Rajan Yerkar from point-blank range, causing severe injuries. Despite the desperate attempt to rush him to a nearby hospital, the young boy was declared dead on arrival.

After receiving a tip-off, the Kalyan Taluka police swiftly took action and apprehended Rohit Bhalekar and Samir Chavan. However, Parvez Sheikh and Sunil Waghmare managed to evade capture and are currently absconding. The police have deployed multiple teams to locate and apprehend the fugitive accused.

In-charge head of the Kalyan Taluka Police Station, Inspector Jitendra Shinde, assured that the remaining two accused will be apprehended soon. The captured suspects, Bhalekar and Chavan, were produced before a court, which remanded them to police custody until Saturday. The investigation is still ongoing, and the accused have been charged under various sections of the Indian Penal Code, Maharashtra Police Act, and the Arms Act.

This tragic incident highlights the consequences of alcohol-fueled violence and the need for stricter regulations surrounding the possession and use of firearms. The loss of a young life is a grave reminder of the importance of responsible behavior and the devastating impact it can have on families and communities.

Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Parvez Sheikh and Sunil Waghmare to come forward and assist in their swift apprehension. The local community is in mourning, and this incident serves as a stark reminder of the need for peace and harmony in society.

Our thoughts and condolences go out to the family and friends of Rajan Yerkar during this difficult time.

–IANS

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