Mystery shrouds death of youth

Nanjangud: Mystery shrouds the death of a youth who was found drowned at Hathwalkatte near Malkundi in the taluk. The deceased youth’s father has lodged a Police complaint alleging that his son was murdered by four youths by pushing him into the water.

The deceased has been identified as Vinay (19), son of Nandeesh of Malkundi village. Nandeesh has accused Somashekar, Manu, Vijay and Dinesh of murdering his son. In his complaint, Nandeesh has stated that during the village festival held about two days ago, Somashekar and Manu had fought with his family members and on Apr. 6 morning, village elders and leaders, held a meeting and advised all to live in harmony.

Nandeesh has further stated that on the same day (Apr. 6) afternoon, Dinesh took Vinay on his bike towards Hathwalkatte and he came to know about death of Vinay due to drowning later and has suspected the four youths may have pushed his son Vinay into the water and killed him. Hullahalli Police, who have registered a case, are investigating.

This post was published on April 7, 2024 7:35 pm