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Father-in-law Stabbed to Death Over Liquor Money
9 Apr
Summary
- Man arrested for allegedly killing father-in-law over liquor funds.
- Dispute arose after wife refused to give money for alcohol.
- Victim intervened to protect his daughter during the quarrel.
In Jamui district, Bihar, a man was arrested on Thursday for the alleged murder of his 70-year-old father-in-law. The incident occurred Wednesday night in Jarijor village following a heated dispute over money for alcohol.
The accused, Manu Pujhar, reportedly demanded funds from his wife to purchase liquor. When she refused, a quarrel ensued. The situation escalated when the victim, Waqil Pujhar, intervened to protect his daughter, leading to the fatal stabbing.
Police stated that a Rs 50,000 loan recently taken by Manu's wife for home construction may have exacerbated the dispute. Authorities collected evidence from the scene, and the accused has been remanded to judicial custody. Investigations are ongoing.
