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Crime
Patna Uncle Shoots Nephew Over Alleged Affair, Flees with Pistol
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🗓 21 Oct 2026, 11:31 AM
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An uncle in Patna allegedly shot his 30‑year‑old nephew five times after confronting him over an alleged affair with the uncle’s wife, and then fled the scene with the firearm.
Patna police said a 30‑year‑old man was shot dead after a heated family dispute in the city. According to the investigation, the victim’s uncle confronted him over an alleged extramarital relationship with the uncle’s wife and opened fire, discharging five rounds.
The uncle is reported to have fled the scene immediately after the shooting, taking the pistol with him. Neighbours heard the gunshots and alerted authorities, who arrived to find the victim lying critically injured before he succumbed to his injuries.
Law enforcement officials have launched a manhunt for the suspect, issuing a notice for his arrest and urging the public to provide any information that could aid in locating him. The case is being treated as a homicide, and a forensic team is processing the crime scene for evidence.
Investigators will also examine the alleged affair claim as part of the motive assessment, while the police continue to verify the identities of all persons involved.
The uncle is reported to have fled the scene immediately after the shooting, taking the pistol with him. Neighbours heard the gunshots and alerted authorities, who arrived to find the victim lying critically injured before he succumbed to his injuries.
Law enforcement officials have launched a manhunt for the suspect, issuing a notice for his arrest and urging the public to provide any information that could aid in locating him. The case is being treated as a homicide, and a forensic team is processing the crime scene for evidence.
Investigators will also examine the alleged affair claim as part of the motive assessment, while the police continue to verify the identities of all persons involved.