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Rajasthan man accused of running over family over sarpanch poll dispute
A 60-year-old man in Rajasthan has been detained by police after allegedly using his SUV to run over his son and daughter-in-law. The incident reportedly stemmed from their opposition to his candidacy in a village council election.
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Police in Rajasthan have detained a 60-year-old man following allegations that he deliberately struck his son and daughter-in-law with his SUV in a dispute over his sarpanch poll candidacy. The accused, identified as Ramchandra Jat, is currently in custody for questioning regarding the incident.
According to police reports, the conflict arose when family members opposed Jat's decision to contest the village council election. The situation escalated, leading to the alleged vehicular assault on the two family members. Authorities have not disclosed details regarding the extent of injuries sustained by the victims.
Investigating officers have seized the SUV involved in the incident as evidence. The detention of the accused comes as police continue their inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the alleged attack. The case underscores ongoing tensions related to local electoral politics in rural Rajasthan, where disputes over candidacies occasionally escalate into violent confrontations.
Further details regarding charges and legal proceedings against the accused are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses.