Man detained for allegedly killing younger brother after domestic dispute in Gajapati

A man has been detained for allegedly killing his younger brother following a domestic dispute at Karanjakua village under Mohana police station limits in Odisha’s Gajapati district on Sunday night.

The deceased has been identified as Libu Mallik. Police have detained his elder brother, Gobinda Mallik, in connection with the incident and are currently questioning him. The body has been seized, and an investigation is underway.

Altercation Following Alleged Assault

According to reports, the incident took place after Libu Mallik returned home in an inebriated condition and allegedly assaulted his wife, Rajani Mallik. Gobinda Mallik reportedly intervened to stop the assault, which led to a quarrel between the two brothers.

During the ensuing altercation and physical fight, Libu Mallik is reported to have died on the spot. Police reached the scene after receiving information and initiated an inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the death.

Wife Files Complaint

Rajani Mallik, the deceased’s wife, stated, “He was an autorickshaw driver by profession. He used to drink and beat me. My brother-in-law intervened to stop him from assaulting me, and a fight broke out between them, which turned violent. I was putting the children to sleep when Gobinda came to me and said that my husband is no more.”

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Rajani lodged a complaint with the police regarding the incident. Local sources said the two brothers often quarrelled over domestic disputes. The exact cause and sequence of events leading to the fatal altercation had not been established at the time of reporting.

Police have said further investigation is in progress.