Mohan Kuthar
Daijiworld Media Network – Mangaluru (EP)
Mangaluru, Dec 14: A gruesome murder took place at Saraswati colony within the Someshwar municipal council limits late night on Wednesday December 13.
The deceased is identified as Varun (28), a resident of Saraswati colony. The accused in the crime is believed to be a man named Sooraj, according to police sources.
The tragic event transpired when Varun confronted Sooraj and two others who were reportedly consuming alcohol near a private school late last night. A heated argument escalated into a violent quarrel involving five individuals. During the altercation, Sooraj allegedly stabbed Varun in the chest, leading to his untimely death.
Initial investigation suggest that longstanding enmity might have fuelled the fatal confrontation. With municipal council elections scheduled for December 27, suspicions arise among locals that political tensions could be a contributing factor to the altercation, given the limited time left for nominations.
Former Someshwar gram panchayat member Raviraj sustained injuries during the incident.