Nephew Killed in Alleged Axe Attack by Uncle in Biramitrapur; Accused Arrested
Biramitrapur, October 21, 2026 (SatyaNews): A shocking murder incident has been reported from the Biramitrapur police station area in Sundargarh district, where a man allegedly killed his nephew in an axe attack on Tuesday night.
The incident took place at Harada Toli in Jalangbira village. The deceased has been identified as Itwa Kujur, while the accused uncle has been identified as Rupu Kujur.
According to reports, Biramitrapur police reached the spot on Wednesday morning along with a scientific team after receiving information about the incident. The police initiated an investigation and seized the axe allegedly used in the crime.
The accused, Rupu Kujur, was apprehended and is being questioned in connection with the incident.
Meanwhile, police seized the body and continued their investigation to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the murder. The exact motive behind the killing is yet to be established and is expected to emerge during the course of the investigation.
