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Father's killing unravels after foul odor alerts taxi driver in Jaipur
A 75-year-old man was killed with an axe by his son following a family dispute in Jaipur's Sanganer area. The body was discovered after a taxi driver became suspicious of a foul smell during transport.
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A murder case in Jaipur has been solved after a taxi driver's alertness led to the arrest of a mother-son duo in connection with the death of a 75-year-old man in Sanganer Sadar. The victim was killed with an axe following a family altercation, according to police reports.
The body was concealed in a residence for approximately 24 hours after the killing. The accused subsequently attempted to transport the remains to a village, purportedly to prepare for the final rites. However, the decomposing corpse's stench alerted the taxi driver, who grew suspicious and immediately informed local police.
Authorities conducted a swift investigation following the driver's tip-off, leading to the arrest of the accused individuals. Police have registered a murder case and are conducting further interrogation to establish the full sequence of events and motive behind the killing. The case highlights how vigilance by ordinary citizens can prove crucial in solving serious crimes.