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A youth was shot dead after a dispute in Sarangarh, 4 arrested, 1 absconding...

News On Time Desk 14 February 2025

A sensational case of firing has come to light in the district headquarters Sarangarh, in which a young man died due to bullet injury. Police have arrested four accused in the case, while the search for the main accused Krishna Rajput is on.

What is the matter?
The incident took place in front of Surya Bakery on Thursday. It is being told that in a dispute over burning plastic, Lalita Baghel, Pintu Jangde, Krishna Rajput and their other companions abused and quarreled with the employees of the bakery. During this, the dispute escalated and Mukhlal Manjhi was shot in the chest.

Mukhlal Manjhi was seriously injured due to the bullet injury, who was immediately taken to the hospital, but he died during treatment.

Police action
As soon as the information about the incident was received, the police reached the spot and started investigation. Four accused have been arrested on the basis of CCTV footage and other technical evidence. Police have also seized a magazine, a vehicle and mobile phone. However, the main accused Krishna Rajput is still absconding, who is being searched.

Police said that the accused will be arrested soon and strict action will be taken in the case.