Barhi Youth Killed in Broad Daylight; Police Launch Manhunt for Assailants
Key Points:
- Vicky Soni of Okni shot dead near Karso Bridge in Barhi, Hazaribagh
- Victim was headed for Kedarnath pilgrimage when ambushed by criminals
- Barhi police recover body, begin questioning locals and gathering evidence
HAZARIBAGH – A young man from Okni village was shot dead near the Karso Bridge in the Barhi police station area of Hazaribagh district while he was on his way to the Kedarnath pilgrimage.
The deceased has been identified as Vicky Soni, a resident of Okni. He had set out for the Kedarnath Yatra when the attack occurred. Criminals, who had apparently laid an ambush near the Karso Bridge, opened fire at him.
He died on the spot from the bullet wound. The incident took place in broad daylight, sending shockwaves through the entire area. A large crowd gathered at the scene shortly after the murder.
On receiving information, the Barhi police station team reached the spot immediately. The police took possession of the body and launched an investigation.
The investigators are collecting evidence from the crime scene. Meanwhile, they are also questioning residents of the surrounding areas to piece together the sequence of events.
The motive behind the shooting incident has not been established yet. Police said they are examining all possible angles in the case.
A senior police official told reporters that a raid operation has been launched to identify and arrest the accused. The officer added that the case would be resolved soon.
The family of the slain youth is in a state of shock and grief. The incident has created an atmosphere of fear and panic in the area.
Barhi is located in Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand. The region has seen criminal activity in recent months, with police stepping up operations across the district.
