Two Arrested for Murder of Loader Driver in Kanpur

Authorities in Kanpur have arrested two individuals in connection with the murder of a 20-year-old loader driver, Arbaaz Khan, in the Jajmau area. The suspects allegedly committed the crime as an act of revenge against Khan for purportedly harassing the sister of one of the accused.

The incident occurred on the night of March 25, 2024, when Khan was lured to a riverbank under false pretenses. During the altercation, he was strangled with a wire while one of the attackers repeatedly stabbed him in the neck. Following their arrest, both suspects have been remanded in custody.

Details of the Incident

According to local police, Riyaz Khan, Arbaaz’s father, reported his son missing after he did not return home following a phone call on Monday night. A search was initiated, and the following morning, residents discovered Arbaaz’s body approximately 100 meters from his home, near the riverbank.

Satyajit Gupta, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) East, confirmed that a murder case was filed against five individuals, including a father and son. The complaint stems from earlier incidents in which a neighbor, Shoaib, allegedly harassed Arbaaz’s sister. This led to a confrontation in 2023 and subsequent police involvement.

Investigators followed a lead involving Shoaib and his friend Sameer. During questioning, Shoaib admitted to planning the murder as revenge against Arbaaz for his sister’s harassment. Previous encounters between the two had escalated, with Shoaib facing legal consequences after an incident where Arbaaz jumped into the river to escape a confrontation.

Investigation and Arrests

Upon detaining Sameer, police learned of the premeditated plan to kill Arbaaz. Sameer disclosed that they had invited Arbaaz to meet them at the riverbank late on Monday night, where the fatal attack took place. Following the murder, the suspects reportedly took photographs with Arbaaz’s body.

The murder weapon was subsequently discarded in the river, according to DCP Gupta. The investigation continues as authorities seek to uncover further details surrounding the circumstances of the crime and any additional individuals involved.

This tragic event highlights ongoing concerns regarding violence and retribution in local communities. The police are committed to ensuring justice for Arbaaz Khan and his family.