Father shoots son dead at Majitha Road in broad daylight

A retired CRPF personnel shot and killed his own son in broad daylight outside the Majitha Road Police Station on Friday.

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The accused also opened fire on his first wife and daughter-in-law, leaving both injured. The incident is believed to have stemmed from a long-standing marital dispute.

According to police sources, the accused, a retired CRPF employee and resident of Rajasansi, also owns a house in Nehru Colony on Majitha Road. He had been married twice, and his first wife along with their son and daughter-in-law were reportedly heading to the police station to file a complaint against him.

Upon learning of this, the accused intercepted them outside the Majitha Road Police Station. During a heated argument, the accused pulled out his licensed revolver and opened fire. His son died on the spot, while his wife and daughter-in-law sustained bullet injuries.

Police personnel stationed at a nearby ‘naka’ swiftly intervened and apprehended the accused. The injured were rushed to the hospital, where they are currently undergoing treatment.

Senior police officials reached the scene and confirmed that a murder case has been registered. Further investigation in the matter is underway.