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Pune Man Kills Father's Murder Accused 23 Years After He Was Killed

A man in Pune has been arrested for allegedly killing an individual accused of murdering his father over two decades ago. The incident highlights a long-standing grudge that culminated in a planned attack near the city's Katraj tunnel.

By Project Chintan Newsroom
21 July 2026 · 1 min read
Pune Man Kills Father's Murder Accused 23 Years After He Was Killed

Authorities in Pune have apprehended a man, identified as Vaidya, along with three accomplices for the alleged murder of Kadu-Deshmukh. The victim was one of the individuals accused of killing Vaidya’s father approximately 23 years ago, a crime that occurred when Vaidya was still an infant.

According to police reports, the suspects tracked the movements of Kadu-Deshmukh before cornering him near the Katraj tunnel area. The group allegedly launched a fatal assault, which investigators believe was a premeditated act of retaliation for the historical family grievance.

The local police have registered a case and are currently conducting a detailed investigation into the logistics of the hit and the involvement of the three associates. The suspects remain in custody as forensic evidence is processed and witness statements are recorded. Source: News Excerpt.

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