Bhubaneswar, July 18(OT Webdesk): A tragic incident unfolded in Tarini Basti under Bharatpur police limits, where a homeowner was murdered while attempting to stop a motorcycle theft.
The victim, identified as Muna Nayak, spotted four individuals trying to steal a bike near his residence on Thursday night. Upon confronting them, he was violently attacked and died on the spot.
Police arrested one suspect from Aiginia during a swift operation while forensic teams carried out detailed investigations at the crime scene.
The incident has sparked alarm among local residents about the rising trend of petty crimes escalating into fatal violence.
Authorities have assured that efforts are underway to trace the remaining culprits. The case is under active investigation.
