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Path Dispute Turns Deadly: Army Veteran Killed
11 Sep
Summary
- Retired Army soldier died after a knife attack.
- Attack occurred during a dispute over a pathway.
- Five named accused, three in custody, two sought.
A fatal confrontation erupted in Sonadih village, Ballia district, on Thursday night, resulting in the death of a retired Army soldier, Amresh Bahadur Singh, 45. His brother, Manjesh Singh, sustained severe injuries and was transferred to Varanasi for advanced treatment.
The violent incident began around 10 pm near a cowshed, reportedly over a disputed pathway. An argument escalated when the brothers attempted to mediate, leading to a knife attack by their relative, Ramkaran Singh, and his family members.
Amresh succumbed to his injuries during treatment in Mau, while Manjesh was referred to BHU in Varanasi. Police have initiated an FIR against five named suspects and have apprehended three individuals. Two police teams are actively pursuing the remaining two accused.
