Prayagraj Triple Murder: Son Kills Father, Sister and Niece Over Land Dispute — Bodies Dumped in Well
Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh — In a shocking incident that has stunned a local village, a man has been arrested for allegedly murdering his father, sister, and niece over a property dispute and concealing their bodies in a well. The gruesome crime occurred in Bisanai village under the Mauaima police station area.
The Victims and the Dispute
The victims have been identified as:
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Ram Singh (55), the father
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Sadhana (21), the sister
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Aastha (14), the niece
The accused, Mukesh Patel, was reportedly enraged after his father transferred a significant portion of family land to Mukesh’s younger brother, Mukund. This ongoing dispute escalated into violence.
Discovery of the Crime
After the three went missing on January 2, 2026, Mukund filed a missing persons report, suspecting his brother’s involvement. Police launched a search and discovered the bodies hidden under straw in an old well near the family home.
Sequence of the Murders
Investigations and the accused’s confession reveal that Mukesh attacked his father on the night of January 2. When his sister and niece tried to intervene, he assaulted all three with an axe. Under cover of dense fog, he transported the bodies on his motorcycle and dumped them in the well.
Arrest and Evidence
Police arrested Mukesh near the district court area. During the search, they recovered:
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The axe believed to be the murder weapon
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A country-made pistol and two cartridges
An FIR has been registered under relevant murder and disposal of body sections of the Indian Penal Code. The bodies have been sent for post-mortem examination.
Community Shock and Police Response
The triple murder has left villagers in disbelief. Deputy Commissioner of Police Kuldeep Gunawat stated that the investigation is ongoing and will be thorough to ensure justice.
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Broader Context
This tragic case highlights how land and inheritance disputes can escalate into deadly violence in rural India. It underscores the need for effective legal mediation and dispute resolution mechanisms to prevent such familial tragedies.
As the investigation proceeds, the community awaits justice for the victims, hoping it will bring some closure and serve as a deterrent against similar acts of violence.
