Godda district in Jharkhand witnessed a night of terror as blind faith turned deadly. Under the cover of darkness in Bishan Tola Danga village, assailants armed with axes murdered Darbari Murmu (50), his wife Makku Baske (45), and their 13-year-old son Jeetanarayan in a suspected witch-hunt. The savage attack has left the community reeling, with protests erupting against the perpetrators.
Local police were informed by a vigilant chowkidar, who discovered the blood-soaked scene early morning. Word spread like wildfire, prompting furious residents to target the alleged culprits’ residences, damaging homes in the process. Police swiftly intervened, deploying forces to quell the unrest.
Investigators, including SDPO Ashok Priyadarshi, confirm the killings stem from ‘dayan-bisahi’ suspicions—deep-rooted superstitions branding people as witches. No stone is left unturned; rivalries and other motives are under scrutiny. Three individuals are detained, providing statements as forensics teams process the crime site.
Postmortem examinations are underway, revealing the extent of the brutality inflicted on the young boy, who was not spared. Villagers demand exemplary punishment, highlighting how alcohol-fueled mob mentality exacerbates these archaic beliefs. This case joins a grim list of superstition-related murders plaguing tribal areas, urging stronger awareness and legal action.