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Bihar man arrested for priest's murder over witchcraft suspicions
Police in Katihar, Bihar have arrested a 65-year-old man in connection with the killing of a 70-year-old priest. The suspect allegedly believed the victim had used black magic to cause his infant grandson's death.
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Authorities in Katihar district have arrested a neighbor in the murder case of priest Hiralal Mandal, 70, who was killed under suspicious circumstances. The accused, Anantlal Mandal, 65, is a resident of the same locality as the deceased priest.
Police said the suspect harbored a long-standing suspicion that Mandal had used tantric practices to harm his family. According to investigators, Anantlal believed the priest was responsible for the death of his six-month-old grandson through occult means, which prompted him to take matters into his own hands.
The arrest follows an investigation into Mandal's death. Police have not disclosed additional details regarding the circumstances of the murder or the evidence leading to the arrest. The case highlights how superstition and unfounded accusations can sometimes lead to violent confrontations in rural areas.
The matter is under further investigation, with police working to establish the exact sequence of events and motive behind the killing. Authorities have not yet filed formal charges or provided a statement regarding Anantlal's bail status.