Madhya Pradesh Shocker: Son Murders Father Over Money Dispute in Barwani
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Bhopal/Barwani, April 20 (NationPress) In a shocking incident, a man fatally shot his father at close range in Pichhodi village, located in Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, after a fierce argument over financial matters.
Authorities have reported that the perpetrator, 32-year-old Chandan Badole, had been repeatedly requesting a sum exceeding Rs 200,000 from his father, Jagan Badole, who is 58 years old.
According to sub-divisional police officer Mahesh Sunaiya, Jagan had previously lent his son Rs 200,000 but declined to give more, causing tensions to escalate. Chandan, who had worked as a welder, had been pressuring his father for additional money in the days leading up to the incident.
On Monday around 11 a.m., while Jagan was returning home with his wife, Gauri Bai, an Anganwadi worker, Chandan confronted them on the road. Following a heated verbal dispute, he allegedly drew a weapon, possibly a country-made pistol, and fired a shot near his father's ear, resulting in his immediate death.
Witnessing the horrific event, Gauri Bai quickly contacted the police and recounted the events as they unfolded. Chandan fled the scene post-incident, prompting the police to initiate a manhunt for his capture.
Investigators have noted that Chandan had shared a “reel” on social media or a microblogging platform prior to the shooting, claiming his father owned ample land yet was withholding financial support.
Authorities are currently looking into this social media post as part of the ongoing investigation.
Initial findings also indicated that Jagan had previously given Chandan the same amount by mortgaging a piece of land, according to police reports.
Family sources have revealed that Chandan's aggressive demeanor had already disrupted his personal life; his wife had left him, and he has a younger brother who remains detached from the dispute.
In the meantime, police officials have underlined that this tragic event underscores the increasing concern regarding domestic disputes escalating into violence.
The local community has expressed outrage over this brutal act, with residents conveying their shock regarding the murder rooted in financial disagreements.
The police have sent the deceased for a post-mortem examination and are actively searching for Chandan, assuring that all aspects, including his social media activity and previous behavior, will be thoroughly investigated.