Family Feud Turns Fatal: Son and Wife Arrested

A family dispute in Bhagwanpur village escalated when Mukesh Yadav allegedly stabbed his father, Lalji Yadav, to death. Mukesh and his wife, Pushpa Devi, have been arrested following the incident. The altercation stemmed from a complaint about harassment by in-laws. Legal actions are underway, and investigations continue.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Ballia | Updated: 14-02-2026 20:01 IST | Created: 14-02-2026 20:01 IST
Family Feud Turns Fatal: Son and Wife Arrested
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A tragic family altercation led to the alleged murder of Lalji Yadav in Bhagwanpur village, according to reports from local law enforcement on Saturday. The altercation reportedly involved Mukesh Yadav, who returned from Surat and his wife Pushpa Devi, sparking a confrontation with in-laws.

Circle Officer Mohd Faheem Quraishi stated that the argument escalated quickly, resulting in Mukesh allegedly stabbing his own father and two brothers, Rakesh and Govind, who attempted to intervene. The police responded promptly, transporting the victims to a hospital where Lalji was declared deceased.

Legal proceedings are in motion, with the suspects facing serious charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Investigators recovered the weapon, and a post-mortem is scheduled to further examine the circumstances surrounding the incident.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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