Temple Priest Arrested in Journalist's Murder Case
Three men, including a temple priest, have been arrested over the murder of journalist Raghavendra Bajpai on the Sitapur-Delhi National Highway. Investigations revealed the priest's involvement, with two shooters still at large. Authorities have initiated raids and offered a reward for the capture of the suspects.
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In a significant development, police arrested three men, including a temple priest, linked to the murder of journalist Raghavendra Bajpai, gunned down on March 8 along the Sitapur-Delhi National Highway.
The investigation, led by Sitapur SP Chakraesh Mishra, resulted in the arrest after scrutinizing over 250 CCTV camera feeds and interviewing more than 100 suspects.
A police probe unveiled the priest's motive, resulting in a planned hit by hired shooters who remain at large. Authorities have announced a monetary reward for information leading to the shooters' arrest while conducting intensive search operations.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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