Vaishali Horror: Ex-Serviceman Shoots Dead Brother Over Land Dispute
A retired Army and Income Tax official shot dead his brother over land in Vaishali, Bihar, before surrendering at the SSP office.
A long-standing family feud turned fatal in Bihar's Vaishali district on Saturday morning, when a 65-year-old former serviceman allegedly shot his younger brother dead. The incident, which took place in Dhanushi village under the jurisdiction of the Kartahan police station, has left the local community in shock and the region under heavy police security.
A Deadly Confrontation
The tragedy unfolded during a heated argument between two brothers, Suresh Singh and Somnath Singh. Reports indicate that the conflict centered around a dispute over land. As the tension peaked on Saturday morning, the argument escalated violently. Suresh Singh, who possesses a licensed revolver, allegedly used the weapon to shoot his 60-year-old brother, Somnath Singh.
The attack was swift and lethal; Somnath Singh died on the spot, leaving the village in a state of panic and mourning.
From Crime Scene to Surrender
In a turn of events, the accused did not attempt to evade the law. Suresh Singh, who holds a distinguished professional background having retired from both the Indian Army and the Income Tax Department, chose to surrender immediately. Following the shooting, he traveled to the Vaishali SSP office in Hajipur, where he handed himself over to the authorities along with his licensed firearm.
Police Action and Current Situation
The shooting has sparked significant tension within Dhanushi village. To prevent any further escalation or communal unrest, a heavy contingent of police personnel has been deployed throughout the area.
Senior officials and officers from the Kartahan police station rushed to the scene to secure evidence and conduct a thorough investigation. The body of the deceased was recovered from the site and transported to Sadar Hospital in Hajipur for a post-mortem examination.
Sadar SDPO-2 Gopal Mandal has confirmed the details of the incident and stated that the official investigation is currently underway.