Koraput: A man was killed allegedly for refusing to pay extortion money to miscreants in Koraput district. The deceased has been identified as Ram Khil, former MP Jayram Pangi’s relative.
Reportedly, Ram was engaged in the construction of LI Point at Kunduli village. Following this, Ram received several calls asking him for extortion. When Das repeatedly refused to pay up, the miscreants threatened him. Later, finding him alone, miscreants killed him late last night.
Irked over the matter, the family members and along with the villagers blocked the NH-26 demanding arrest of accused persons.
On being informed, police reached the spot and tried to pacify the villagers. An investigation has been initiated to nab the miscreants.