1. Mob attacks man at friend’s ‘haldi’, police suspect caste motive
2. Violent mob kills man during friend’s ‘haldi’, authorities investigate caste-related angle.
Accident – Death – Obituary News :
In a shocking turn of events, a clash between residents of Shastri Mohalla and a wedding guest resulted in the tragic murder of the guest in Jalna district on Sunday. The incident also left a 16-year-old with serious injuries, prompting a swift response from the Kadim Jalna police.
Arrest of Seven Suspects in Connection with the Murder
Following a night-long operation, the Kadim Jalna police arrested seven suspects on charges of murder, unlawful assembly, and rioting. The arrested individuals have been identified as Ajay Salve, Anil Salve, Karan Kamble, Akshay Korde, Sunil Salve, Abhijit Salve, Nagesh Kamble, and Avinash Salve, all residents of Shastri Mohalla in the Old Jalna area.
Details of the Deceased and Injured
The deceased has been identified as Vyankatesh Gaikwad, while the injured individual, Atish Choudhary, is currently receiving treatment at Jalna civil hospital. Shockingly, it has been revealed that Gaikwad and Choudhary were close relatives.
Motive Behind the Murder
Initial investigations suggest that the murder may have been fueled by Gaikwad’s elopement and inter-caste marriage with a woman from the local community, sparking anger and resentment among the residents of Shastri Mohalla.
Sequence of Events Leading to the Tragedy
The fatal altercation took place when Gaikwad attended a friend’s Haldi ritual in Shastri Mohalla. An altercation ensued after a youth from the locality accused Gaikwad of pushing him while dancing. The situation quickly escalated into a physical confrontation between the two parties, drawing in their supporters and culminating in a violent clash.
Police Investigation and Statements
Jalna’s additional superintendent of police, Ayush Nopany, who visited the crime scene, indicated that while the immediate trigger for the clash was a minor incident during the dance, underlying animosity towards the victim may have been a significant factor. Nopany confirmed that sharp-edged weapons were also used during the altercation, and further investigations are ongoing to establish a clear timeline of events.
As this tragic incident continues to unfold, the community remains in shock and mourning the loss of Vyankatesh Gaikwad. The authorities are working diligently to bring the perpetrators to justice and ensure that such senseless acts of violence are not repeated in the future.
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1. Mob kills man at friend’s ‘haldi’ event
2. Mob kills man at friend’s event, caste angle suspected.
