SRINAGAR, Nov 22: An arrest was made in the Budgam district of Jammu and Kashmir for the alleged murder of a man’s brother. On November 20, the Budgam district’s Police Station Beerwah learned that Sameer Ahmad Rather, an 18-year-old labourer from Sail Beerwah, had died and that his body was lying behind his house. Investigative procedures were followed after a police party and FSL teams arrived on the scene promptly. “Several suspects, including the deceased’s family members, were brought in for questioning during the investigation. During questioning, Aqib Ahmad Instead, the late Sameer Ahmad Instead’s brother, acknowledged his involvement in the crime, a police spokeswoman said. “Aqib disclosed that Sameer was killed during a fight between the brothers that transpired on the nights of November 19 and 20 in between. By revealing specifics regarding Aqib Ahmad’s involvement, the deceased’s father and sister also acknowledged their involvement,” he continued. Following his detention and a comprehensive investigation, crucial evidence was found, including the weapon of crime that Aqib had used to attack his brother Sameer. Police also stated that an investigation is ongoing and that a case has been filed under the applicable laws. (Agencies)
