Sharmili Mallick

Berhampur: A minor argument turned deadly in Berhampur after a youth was stabbed to death near auto-rickshaw stand close to Platform No 4 of city railway station Tuesday night. The deceased has been identified as Anil Panda of Trinath Mandir Sahi in Goods Shed Road area of Berhampur.

As per eye witnesses, an altercation broke out between Anil and another youth over some trivial issue. Within a few minutes, the matter escalated and the youth allegedly stabbed Panda with a knife injuring him critically. The accused, whose identity could not be established, immediately fled the spot.

Receiving information, Panda’s family members rushed to the spot and took him to MKCG Medical College and Hospital. Panda however was declared brought dead by the doctors.

Berhampur SP and SDPO have initiated an investigation in connection with the incident.

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