2 of Family Killed, 2 Others Critical In Attack By Miscreants In Sambalpur

Burla: Two brothers were killed and two of their family members were critically injured after some miscreants attacked them late on Tuesday night at Central Line area here in Sambalpur district.

Though the exact reason behind the clash has not yet been ascertained, previous enmity is suspected to be the cause of the attack.

“ We have arrested four prime accused and are interrogating them. We are investigating the case on a priority basis. Prima facie, past enmity is suspected to be the reason. Investigation is underway”, Sambalpur SP KB Singh informed.

The miscreants armed with sharp weapons and sticks went on rampage late night and hacked them with weapons, killing two members of the family. Two others sustained critical injuries and were admitted to hospital.

Police seized the bodies and launched an inquiry by detaining four persons.