Kathua, May 08: SSP Kathua Mohita Sharma said that Nakul Singh was allegedly murdered following a scuffle with his friend, Parthav Verma (19), reportedly over a love-related issue.
According to the SSP, during the altercation, Parthav repeatedly struck Nakul on the head with a cricket bat until he collapsed.
She further said that when Nakul’s younger brother entered the house, the accused allegedly attacked him as well with the bat, fearing he could identify him.
The younger brother also collapsed but survived the assault.
After the incident, the accused allegedly took Nakul Singh’s mobile phone and fled from the scene.
Police later traced him through call detail records and arrested him from within the district.
SSP Sharma said both Nakul and the accused were friends, and further investigation into the case is underway.
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