Odisha shocker! Police Constable murdered, body hidden behind house; accused held

A shocking case of targeted violence emerged from Balisahi village in Boudh district, where a police constable was murdered, allegedly due to previous enmity. The incident came to light when villagers alerted the authorities after learning about the incident. 

According to police, the murder occurred late Friday night at Balisahi, under the jurisdiction of Purunakatak Police Station. The accused, who reportedly nursed a long-standing grudge against the constable, allegedly attacked and killed him during a heated altercation.

In an attempt to hide the crime, the accused dragged the body to the backyard of the victim’s house and concealed it inside a muddy pit behind the dwelling. Police said the method used to hide the body indicates a clear attempt to destroy evidence.

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Police Swiftly Move Into Action

After receiving the information, a team from Purunakatak Police immediately reached the spot. Officers conducted a detailed investigation, examined the location where the body was hidden, and collected forensic samples.

Within hours, the accused was identified and taken into custody. Preliminary interrogation suggests that past hostility between the two triggered the violent attack.

A Case That Highlights Deep-Seated Rivalries

The murder of a police constable by someone known to him has shocked the local community. Police are now preparing a detailed chargesheet, ensuring the accused faces strict legal consequences as the investigation continues.