Assam: Man murdered over alleged goat theft in Naharkatia

Guwahati: A young man was reportedly murdered on Monday evening in Dibrugarh, Assam on allegations of goat theft.

The incident took place at a tea estate in Naharkatia.

Some reports stated that the victim, identified as Arjun Bauri, was returning home when he "accidentally" kicked a goat, triggering a confrontation with the animal's owners.

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Anup Gowala and his wife, residents of the same tea estate, accused Bauri of attempting to steal their goat.

The confrontation then turned violent and in a fit of rage, the couple attacked Bauri with a sharp machete, inflicting critical injuries.

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Despite being rushed to Naharkatia Civil Hospital, Bauri succumbed to his wounds.

The incident sparked outrage among locals and the victim's family, leading to a tense situation at the Naharkatia police station later.

Following a complaint filed by Bauri's father, the police arrested Anup Gowala and his wife. An investigation is underway by the police.