A tea seller named Abinash Yadav died after three masked youths attacked him near Rourkela railway station.
The incident occurred on Friday evening when the assailants stabbed Yadav multiple times. Locals rushed him to the hospital in critical condition, but he succumbed to his injuries during treatment.
Police quickly reached the spot and began investigating the case. Officers launched a manhunt to trace the masked miscreants. Forensic teams inspected the crime scene to collect evidence.
Investigators suspect that personal rivalry or old enmity may have led to the murder, though the motive remains unclear. Authorities continue to question witnesses and examine CCTV footage from the area.
The shocking murder has created tension among residents near the railway station. Locals expressed fear over rising criminal activities and demanded strict action against the culprits. Police assured the public that every effort will be made to identify and arrest those responsible.
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