A homicide case has been filed towards 5 individuals, out of which 2 have been arrested. (Representational)
Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh:
BJP MLA Baburam Paswan’s distant cousin Phoolchand was allegedly crushed to demise by goons right here late Saturday night, police stated.
The goons attacked the home and began pelting stones and dragging away Phoolchand’s minor granddaughter, they stated.
The members of the family and the MLA’s cousin have been crushed up by the goons. Eight individuals, together with Phoolchand, have been admitted for therapy to the Puranpur neighborhood well being centre, the place Phoolchand died throughout therapy.
Pilibhit Superintendent of Police Avinash Pandey instructed the media that 70-year-old Phoolchand died in a battle in Udrah village beneath the Ghungchai Police Station space.
A criticism has been obtained from the household. On this foundation, a case of homicide has been registered towards 5 individuals. Out of which two accused have been arrested, police stated.
The physique of the lifeless has been despatched for autopsy examination, they stated.
CO Puranpur Vishal Chaudhary instructed the media that in view of the stress within the village after the incident, a lot of police forces have been deployed.
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