In a tragic incident that shook the Jagatpur village under the jurisdiction of Parvatta police station in Naugachhia district, Bihar, a violent clash between two nephews of Union Minister Nityanand Rai led to one death and left another critically injured on Thursday morning.

Details of the Incident

The violent altercation occurred around 7:30 AM when a dispute between the two brothers, identified as Vishwajeet and Jayjeet, escalated into a deadly confrontation. According to initial reports, the fight broke out over a seemingly minor issue involving a water tap. However, the disagreement quickly intensified, resulting in both brothers opening fire at each other.

SP Prerna Kumar’s Statement

Naugachhia SP Prerna Kumar provided initial details about the incident, stating, "We got information that two brothers shot each other in Jagatpur village around 7:30 AM today. In the incident, one brother was injured and one died in the hospital. The post-mortem of the deceased man is being conducted. Prima facie, it appears to have been a fight over a water tap, which escalated so much that they shot at each other. The two men have been identified as Vishwajeet and Jayjeet. Prompt action has been taken, and statements are being recorded. We have information (that the two men are relatives of a Union minister)."

Victims Identified and Treated

The first nephew, identified as Vikal Yadav, was critically injured and declared dead upon arrival at Bhagalpur hospital, while the second nephew, identified as Jayjeet Yadav, is currently undergoing treatment. According to doctors, Jayjeet's condition remains critical.

Mother Injured While Trying to Intervene

In a heartbreaking turn of events, the mother of the two brothers, who tried to intervene in the altercation, was also injured in the incident. She sustained a gunshot wound to her hand and is receiving treatment at the nursing home of Dr AK Yadav in Bhagalpur.

Sequence of Events

According to initial investigations, the incident unfolded as follows:

• Dispute Over Water Tap: A verbal argument erupted between the two brothers over the usage of a water tap.
• Escalation to Gunfire: The disagreement spiraled out of control, leading one brother to shoot the other.
• Retaliatory Firing: After being shot, the injured brother allegedly snatched the gun and retaliated by shooting his sibling.
• Mother Shot While Intervening: As the altercation intensified, their mother intervened to de-escalate the situation but was unfortunately caught in the crossfire and shot in the hand.

Police Investigation Underway

Parvatta police station in-charge Shambhu Kumar confirmed that a dispute over water was the primary trigger for the violence. He stated, "There was a dispute between the two brothers over water. During this, the two brothers fired at each other, in which one brother died, while the other brother is undergoing treatment."

Following the incident, top officials of the district rushed to the nursing home of Dr NK Yadav to oversee the situation. The post-mortem of the deceased is currently underway, and the police have begun recording statements to determine the exact sequence of events.

Family Dispute Turns Deadly

According to local sources, the brothers had ongoing disagreements over property and household matters, with the dispute over the water tap being the latest flashpoint. Villagers reported that tensions had been brewing between the two for some time, and the situation finally took a deadly turn on Thursday.

Prompt Action by Police

The police have registered a case and are continuing their investigation to establish the complete circumstances leading up to the tragic incident. Further forensic analysis and examination of the weapons used in the firing are underway. Statements from eyewitnesses and family members are also being recorded to piece together the full narrative.

Reactions from Local Authorities

District authorities have expressed their concern over the incident and assured that strict action will be taken to prevent such violence in the future. Local MLA and administrative officials have called for a thorough investigation and have urged both the police and community leaders to work towards maintaining peace in the region.

Community Shocked by Violence

The incident has left the residents of Jagatpur village in shock and grief. Many villagers expressed disbelief that a family dispute could escalate to such violent extremes, resulting in a tragic loss of life.

Future Course of Action

As the investigation progresses, the police are expected to take the following steps:

• Forensic Examination: Conduct a thorough forensic examination of the crime scene.
• Ballistic Analysis: Analyze the bullets and weapons involved.
• Eyewitness Statements: Record statements from family members and villagers to understand the exact sequence of events.

Conclusion

The violent clash between Union Minister Nityanand Rai's nephews in Jagatpur village has led to one death and one critical injury, along with a wounded mother. While the immediate cause appears to be a dispute over a water tap, police are investigating the possibility of deeper family tensions that may have triggered the fatal shooting. With Bhagalpur hospital providing care to the injured and police officials probing the incident, the authorities are working to bring justice and closure to this devastating case.

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