Greater Noida (UP), Oct 5 (IANS) A youth was killed after allegedly being attacked with a shovel during an altercation in Neemka village under the Jewar Police Station area of Greater Noida late on Sunday, police said.
The victim, identified as Bhola Shankar, son of Uday Singh, sustained an injury to his neck during the alleged attack and died, according to preliminary police investigation. The accused fled the spot after the incident, and teams have been formed to apprehend him.
According to police, the incident took place late on October 4 after an argument broke out between the victim and the accused over an unspecified matter. The altercation allegedly escalated, following which the accused attacked Bhola Shankar with a shovel, striking him on the neck.
After receiving information about the incident, police and senior officers reached the spot and inspected the scene. The area was secured, and forensic and field units were called in to collect evidence and examine the circumstances.
Police said the victim’s body was sent for post-mortem examination. The report is expected to provide further details regarding the cause of death and the nature of the injuries.
Meanwhile, multiple police teams have been deployed to trace the accused. Investigators are examining CCTV footage from the area and questioning witnesses and other persons who may have information.
Police said the accused has been identified on the basis of the investigation and available evidence, and efforts are underway to arrest him.
The police are also investigating the motive behind the killing and the circumstances that led to the altercation.
A case has been registered in connection with the incident, police said. Further investigation is underway.
Police said legal action would be taken against the accused while efforts are continuing to establish the sequence of events.
–IANS
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