M Mohammed Shanawaz : “Bihar Boy Murdered in Madurai, Juvenile Arrested”

Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Bihar child murder
2. Madurai juvenile arrest

A shocking incident occurred in Madurai, where a ten-year-old boy was found murdered near an Urdu study centre in Kathapatti village. The victim, M Mohammed Shanawaz from Bihar, was allegedly killed by a 13-year-old student from the same study centre. The motive behind the murder was reportedly a dispute over derogatory remarks made by the victim about the accused’s family. The accused has been arrested and charged under Section 302 of the IPC. The CCTV footage showed the brutal attack with a kitchen knife, leading to the victim’s death. The case has sent shockwaves through the community, as the study centre, Gausiya Foundation, has been operating since 2007.

The Tragic Incident in Kathapatti Village, Melur

Residents of Kathapatti village in Melur were left in shock and disbelief as news spread of the brutal murder of a ten-year-old boy near an Urdu study centre on Friday evening. The victim, M Mohammed Shanawaz, hailing from Purnia in Bihar, was a student at the centre along with eleven other students, mostly from Bihar.

Details of the Incident

The Madurai Superintendent of Police, BK Arvind, revealed that both the victim and the accused were juveniles and fellow students at the study centre. The accused, a 13-year-old boy from Kishanganj, Bihar, allegedly took offense to derogatory remarks made by Shanawaz about his family. In a fit of rage, the 13-year-old fatally stabbed Shanawaz with a kitchen knife.

After the gruesome act, the accused attempted to dispose of the body by dragging it into a septic tank. However, the police were able to apprehend him in the early hours of Saturday after reviewing CCTV footage that captured the chilling events. The accused has been charged under Section 302 of the IPC and is currently held in an Observation Home.

Investigation and Legal Action

The police investigation revealed the extent of the violence inflicted on Shanawaz, with multiple stab wounds found on his body. The body was sent to Melur GH for postmortem examination to ascertain the exact cause of death. Meanwhile, the Gausiya Foundation, the study centre where the tragic incident occurred, has been in operation since 2007 and employs two teachers.

Local sources in Kathapatti village expressed shock and sorrow over the senseless loss of young life in their community. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of addressing conflicts and disputes through peaceful means, rather than resorting to violence.

Conclusion

As the community grapples with the aftermath of this horrific event, authorities are working to ensure that justice is served for the victim and his family. The tragic loss of a young life has left a scar on the hearts of those in Kathapatti village, highlighting the need for greater awareness and prevention of such acts of violence among youth.