Family Feud in Odisha Leads to Brutal Murder
A 42-year-old man in Odisha's Khurda district was allegedly murdered by his family, initially reported as a self-immolation. The victim's father, stepmother, and stepbrother were arrested, amid claims of a property dispute. The victim's dying declaration supported the murder charge against the family members.
Devdiscourse News Desk | Bhubaneswar | Updated: 16-08-2025 18:39 IST | Created: 16-08-2025 18:39 IST

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In a shocking turn of events in Odisha's Khurda district, the reported self-immolation act of a 42-year-old man has unfolded as a calculated murder plot.
The victim, Jyotiranjan Mathia, was allegedly set ablaze by his own family, sparking outrage and leading to arrests.
The police believe the crime stemmed from a bitter property dispute, with evidence now pointing to cold-blooded murder.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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