A tale of friendship turned fatal unfolded in Bihar’s Khagaria when Raja Kumar allegedly shot dead Bobby Kumar, the man who married his former wife. The 28-year-old victim was en route to Madaiya market from Rahmatpur village on Wednesday, participating in his late father’s shraddh ceremony, when tragedy struck.
Gunmen lying in wait unleashed a barrage of bullets, with three finding their mark and ending Bobby’s life instantly. His family accuses Raja and his siblings of the premeditated murder, stemming from a bitter past.
Six years back, Raja wed Phool Kumari, but marital discord over infertility led to their split. Phool found love with Bobby, a fellow villager, and they married four years ago against Raja’s wishes. Since then, threats shadowed Bobby, who worked in Delhi to escape the tension.
The ambush happened as Bobby stepped out for errands during the mourning period. Chaos ensued, with villagers rushing to the scene. Law enforcement took custody of the corpse, dispatching it for autopsy, and is gearing up to file charges upon formal complaint.
Panic reigns in Rahmatpur as fugitives evade capture. Grieving kin plead for rigorous action. This gruesome revenge killing highlights deep-seated grudges in close-knit communities, prompting calls for better conflict resolution mechanisms.