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Bihar Man Travels 2,000 km to Murder Father After Watching 'Drishyam 3'
✍️ India Today
🗓 04 Oct 2026, 07:32 PM
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A man from Bihar allegedly drove 2,000 kilometres to kill his father after watching the film Drishyam 3, and was identified through a phone call, reports India Today.
Police investigations reveal that a resident of Bihar, after watching the recent thriller Drishyam 3, embarked on a 2,000 kilometre journey to commit patricide. The motive appears linked to the film's plot, according to law enforcement sources.
The suspect returned to the crime scene after the act, where a routine phone call placed from his mobile device was traced by investigators. The call provided crucial data that led to his identification and subsequent arrest.
Authorities have not disclosed further details about the victim or the exact location of the murder, citing ongoing legal procedures. The case underscores the challenges faced by police in monitoring the influence of media on violent behaviour.
The incident has sparked discussions on the responsibility of filmmakers and the need for vigilant monitoring of potentially harmful content. The investigation remains active, and further statements are expected from the Bihar police department.
The suspect returned to the crime scene after the act, where a routine phone call placed from his mobile device was traced by investigators. The call provided crucial data that led to his identification and subsequent arrest.
Authorities have not disclosed further details about the victim or the exact location of the murder, citing ongoing legal procedures. The case underscores the challenges faced by police in monitoring the influence of media on violent behaviour.
The incident has sparked discussions on the responsibility of filmmakers and the need for vigilant monitoring of potentially harmful content. The investigation remains active, and further statements are expected from the Bihar police department.