Family Tragedy: Grandson Allegedly Kills Grandfather Over Smartphone Dispute
A 12-year-old boy allegedly killed his grandfather over a smartphone dispute. The incident occurred when the grandfather, retired Army personnel, refused to fund a new phone, leading to an attack aided by the boy's friend. The grandson initially misled authorities about the incident.

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A 12-year-old boy has been detained for allegedly murdering his grandfather in a dispute over money for a smartphone, police reported on Wednesday.
The incident took place on August 4 in Purani Basti, involving former Indian Army personnel Rampati Pandey, whom the boy reportedly assaulted with an iron rod after a money-related argument.
The boy's friend, 22-year-old Azharuddin, is accused of participating in the attack by using a brick. The retired soldier succumbed to his injuries on site. Both suspects were apprehended by the authorities.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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