Father Kills Son in Broad Daylight Over Property Dispute
By: Raiyyan Z. Khan
Washim: A shocking incident unfolded in Washim district of Maharashtra, where a 60-year-old father, Gopal Mokhalkar, allegedly stabbed his 40-year-old son, Anil Mokhalkar, to death over a property dispute. The gruesome murder took place at their home in Pragati Nagar, Karanja city, around 8 am on April 12.
Argument Escalates into Fatal Violence
The dispute centered on Anil’s demand to transfer the farm to his name or sell it, which led to frequent quarrels between the two. On the fateful morning, Anil, who was drunk, started arguing with his father and grabbed his shirt collar. Fed up with the constant bickering, Gopal snapped and stabbed Anil thrice in the stomach and back with a kitchen knife. The injuries were fatal, causing Anil’s stomach to burst and his intestines to protrude, leading to instantaneous death.
Investigation Underway
Police Arrest Father, Conduct Postmortem Examination
The police swiftly responded to the incident, arresting Gopal and registering a case. Anil’s body was taken to the hospital for postmortem examination. The deceased, a driver by profession, leaves behind a wife and a 4-year-old daughter.
Justice Sought for Victim’s Family
Karanja Police Station Assures Thorough ongoing investigation, with authorities examining the circumstances surrounding the tragic event. Karanja Police Station is handling the case under the supervision of Station Officer Dineshchandra Shukla, who has assured a thorough investigation to bring justice to the victim’s family. The incident has sent shockwaves through the local community, highlighting the devastating consequences of unresolved family disputes.
