Three Arrested in Murder of Suvendu Adhikari's Aide

Police have arrested three suspects from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar in connection with the murder of Suvendu Adhikari's personal assistant. The arrests were reportedly aided by a UPI toll payment and CCTV footage, leading investigators to suspected hired sharpshooters.

11 May, 05:39 — 11 May, 07:13

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Why this matters

The murder of a political aide, especially one connected to a prominent figure like Suvendu Adhikari, often carries political implications and can escalate tensions. The involvement of an SIT and arrests across state lines indicate the seriousness and potential complexity of the crime.

Key entitiesSuvendu Adhikari Chandranath Rath Special Investigation Team Uttar Pradesh Bihar

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Three individuals have been arrested in connection with the murder of Suvendu Adhikari's aide, Chandranath Rath
The arrests were made in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar
A Special Investigation Team (SIT) is investigating the murder

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Three people were arrested in the murder case of Suvendu Adhikari's aide.

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The arrests were made from Uttar Pradesh.

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The arrests were made from Bihar.

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Police suspect hired sharpshooters from UP and Bihar carried out a 50-second ambush.

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Police suspect hired sharpshooters from UP and Bihar carried out a 50-second ambush

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual106d ago

‘One of them sharpshooter’: How a UPI toll payment led cops to Suvendu's PA's murder suspects

A digital toll payment cracked the murder of Chandranath Rath, aide to Suvendu Adhikari. Police arrested three suspects from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. The investigation suggests eight people were involved. Rath was shot dead near his residence. The attackers used a car with fake number plates. Police are continuing raids to find the remaining accused.

By PATHIKRIT CHAKRABORTY

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual106d ago