Bolangir Youth Beaten to Death by Friends After Party

A late-night gathering in Rinbachan village of Bolangir district turned tragic when a 25-year-old youth, Deepak Naik, was beaten to death by his friends following a quarrel over liquor pouches.

According to police, the incident occurred on Friday night during a party.

A heated argument escalated into violence, leading to Deepak’s fatal injuries. His family lodged a written complaint naming Durga Prasad Behera alias Ilu as the prime accused.

Bolangir Sadar police recovered the body and detained seven individuals for interrogation.

Officer-in-Charge Raj Kumar Biswal confirmed that items were seized from the scene, and the accused are being questioned to reconstruct the sequence of events.

The murder has shocked locals, sparking concerns about rising alcohol-related violence in the region.

Deepak’s family has demanded strict action, while police assured a thorough investigation and justice.