Daijiworld Media Network - Mangaluru (ANK)

Mangaluru, Dec 10: A dispute between two boat repair/construction workers took a fatal turn, resulting in the death of one individual.

The victim, Binu (41), a resident of Kollam, Kerala, was engaged in boat repair/construction work near Tannir Bhavi Beach. Another worker, Johnson, also known as Binoy (52), a resident of Talliparamba, Kerala, was employed at the same site in a similar capacity. Both individuals resided in separate temporary accommodations at the worksite.

On Saturday evening, a minor altercation occurred between the two workers. Later that night, under the influence of alcohol, Johnson allegedly stabbed Binoy while he was asleep in his room. Tragically, Binoy succumbed to his injuries, which included a single stab wound.

The accused, Johnson, has been apprehended, and a case is in the process of being registered at Pannamboor Police Station.

The investigation is underway to gather more details surrounding this unfortunate incident.