A shocking incident has occurred in Banaskantha, Gujarat, where the elderly parents of a police inspector were brutally murdered during a robbery. The event took place in Jasra village, located in the Lakhni area. The victims, Vardhabhai Patel and his wife Hoshiben Patel, were found dead in their field hut. They had been sleeping when unknown assailants attacked them with sharp weapons.
The attackers showed extreme brutality. In a horrific act, they severed Hoshiben’s legs to steal her bangles and cut off her ears to take her earrings. Vardhabhai’s throat was also slashed, leading to both victims’ tragic deaths. Local villagers discovered the bodies covered in blood early in the morning and alerted the police.
Upon receiving the report, a large police team, including the Superintendent of Police (SP) and various investigative units, rushed to the scene. Initial investigations suggest that the murders were committed with the intention of robbery. The police have formed multiple teams to track down the assailants, who are currently on the run.
The victims were known in the community, especially because their son, A.V. Patel, is a police inspector in the state monitoring cell. This connection has raised suspicions and concerns within the community, as many are calling for swift justice. Local leaders expressed their grief and anger over the incident, emphasising the need for quick action by the police.
Mahesh Dave, a local leader, stated that he immediately informed the Banaskantha police chief upon learning about the incident. Meanwhile, SP Akshayraj Makwana confirmed that the preliminary investigation points towards robbery as the motive behind the murders.
This tragedy has left the village in mourning, with residents demanding strict punishment for the culprits. Congress leader Amit Chavda commented on the incident, calling the brutal murder of A.V. Patel’s parents shocking and deeply saddening.
As investigations continue, the community hopes for justice and safety in their area. The police are collecting evidence and using dog squads to search for clues nearby. The shocking nature of the crime highlights the growing concerns about safety and law enforcement in the region. Residents are calling for increased police presence and protection against such brutal crimes in the future.
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