Tragedy in Godda: Arrests Made in Shocking Child Murder Case

Two individuals were apprehended for allegedly murdering a three-year-old girl and disposing of her body in a well in Jharkhand's Godda district. The suspects, found in an intoxicated state, have not disclosed the motive, raising suspicions of possible sexual assault.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Godda | Updated: 15-05-2026 16:19 IST | Created: 15-05-2026 16:19 IST
Tragedy in Godda: Arrests Made in Shocking Child Murder Case
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In a disturbing incident in Jharkhand's Godda district, police have arrested two individuals for the alleged murder of a three-year-old girl. The child's body was discovered in a well, prompting an investigation that led to the apprehension of Prem Murmu and Jarmen Soren.

The tragedy unfolded in Makudi village, where villagers reported suspicious activity near the well at night. After being informed, police arrived at the scene and detained Murmu. Under interrogation, Murmu confessed to the crime, implicating his associate Soren in the murder.

Both suspects were reportedly intoxicated during the incident, and while the motive remains undisclosed, authorities are concerned about potential sexual assault. The accused have been placed in judicial custody following an FIR registration.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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