Brother-in-law Kills Lover in Live-In Dispute

Punjab : In a shocking incident in Punjab’s Faridkot district, a man was brutally murdered by his brother-in-law over a love rivalry. The victim, identified as Mahendra Gosai, was a caretaker of an NRI’s residence in Kotakpura. Mahendra, who hailed from Jharkhand, had been living in a live-in relationship with a married woman, who was the wife of his assailant’s brother.

The tragic incident unfolded when the accused, who harbored a longstanding grudge against Mahendra, confronted him and launched a vicious attack. In a fit of rage, the brother-in-law used a sharp weapon to fatally assault the caretaker, leaving him to die. Following the brutal attack, the assailant fled the scene, and the police are now on a manhunt to arrest him.

Mahendra had been residing with the woman, who was married to the accused’s brother, in the NRI house for some time. The relationship between Mahendra and the woman had become a source of contention, creating animosity between the accused and the victim. The brother-in-law’s resentment over the situation had reportedly been building up for a while, eventually culminating in this horrific act.

The murder has sent shockwaves through the local community, as it highlights the tragic consequences of personal disputes that escalate into violence. The police have launched a detailed investigation into the matter, collecting evidence from the scene and interviewing witnesses to identify the perpetrator. Authorities are also trying to ascertain if there were any previous incidents of threats or violence related to the relationship.

This incident also raises concerns about the growing number of violent confrontations stemming from complex personal relationships and disputes. The authorities have urged citizens to report any similar grievances before they escalate into such extreme acts of violence.

As of now, the police are continuing their search for the accused, who remains at large. The investigation is ongoing, and the authorities are determined to bring the perpetrator to justice.