Stabbing Incident at Berhampur Town Leaves Two Dead, Investigation Underway

A tragic stabbing incident occurred in Odisha's Berhampur town, resulting in the deaths of a minor girl and her cousin, Ashutosh Panigrahy. The minor boy involved in the attack is critically injured. Police are investigating the cause of the incident, which unfolded during a family gathering.

A tragic incident unfolded in Berhampur town, Odisha, leading to the deaths of a minor girl and her cousin, Ashutosh Panigrahy, police reported on Tuesday.

The incident occurred at Jagannath Bihar under the Bada Bazar police station jurisdiction on Monday. Ashutosh allegedly stabbed his minor cousins and then attempted to flee. However, he suffered serious injuries in a road accident near Hinjili and was later pronounced dead at MKCG Medical College and Hospital.

The motive behind the attack remains unknown. Police have launched a detailed investigation into the matter, ensuring all aspects are thoroughly examined, stated Baba Shankar Saraf, Inspector-in-Charge of Bada Bazar police station.

(With inputs from agencies.)