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Odisha shocker! Man hacked to death over plucking of green coconuts

In Puri's Mashanichandi Sahi, Kuna Behera was hacked to death over a coconut dispute. Lipun Bhoi and accomplices are suspects. Baselisahi Police probe underway.

Odisha shocker! Man hacked to death over plucking of green coconuts

Odisha shocker! Man hacked to death over plucking of green coconuts

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In a gruesome incident, a youth was brutally hacked to death over the plucking of green coconuts in Puri’s Mashanichandi Sahi area under the Baselisahi Police Station jurisdiction. The deceased has been identified as Kuna Behera.

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Reports said the accused Lipun Bhoi and his accomplices stormed into Kuna’s house and hacked him to death while he was asleep. The heinous incident has alarmed the region, with Baselisahi police rushing to the village to avoid any untoward incident. 

According to sources, a rift occurred between Kuna and Lipun over the plucking of green coconuts. Previously, the two were in a rift over a land dispute. Lipun Bhoi, the primary suspect, is alleged to have committed the murder with the help of accomplices when Kuna was asleep at his house.

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The Baselisahi Police have launched an investigation into the case, arriving promptly at the scene to begin forensic analysis and witness interviews.

Community Reactions and Next Steps

The local villagers have been left in shock by the brutal nature of the crime. Police have assured the residents that they are taking all necessary measures to ensure justice is served. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward to assist in the investigation, emphasising community cooperation.

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Investigation Underway

For now, the police are keeping all options open as they pursue leads. Further updates are expected as the situation develops.

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