Nagpur:Kalamna Police have arrested five accused in connection with the brutal murder of a 22-year-old youth following a dispute over money in the Parvati Nagar area of Nagpur. The incident took place on January 3, 2026, at around 9.30 pm, and has sent shockwaves across the locality.

According to police, the complainant, Tansu Shivprasad Nagpure (23), a resident of Ajni–Majri, Parvati Nagar, Kalamna, had gone out for drinks along with his friends Mustafa alias Golu Isha Ansari (28) and Rithik Sawanlal Patle (22) on a motorcycle. While returning, an argument erupted between Rithik and Mustafa over a monetary issue, which soon escalated into a heated verbal exchange.

Following the altercation, Mustafa reportedly dropped Tansu and Rithik on the road and left. He later informed his family members about the dispute. Subsequently, Mustafa’s brother allegedly called the complainant, abused him verbally, and issued threats.

Later that night, acting with a common intention, the accused—identified as Isha Hatim Ansari (55), Mustafa alias Golu Isha Ansari (28), Lukman Isha Ansari (22), Sahil Isha Ansari (20), Salauddin Isha Ansari (19), along with one juvenile in conflict with law—allegedly formed an unlawful assembly. Armed with fists, a knife, and iron rods, they attacked the complainant, Rithik Patle, and Salimbhai Ansari near Parvati Nagar Chowk, close to Aniket Kirana Store, with the intention to kill.

The assailants also allegedly assaulted the complainant’s parents, Shivprasad Nagpure and his wife Sangita Nagpure, when they attempted to intervene and stop the fight.

All injured persons were rushed to Mayo Hospital for treatment. However, Rithik Patle, who sustained critical injuries, was declared dead by doctors during treatment. The condition of the other injured victims is reported to be stable, and they are undergoing medical care.

Based on the complaint lodged by Tansu Nagpure, Kalamna Police, under the supervision of Police Sub-Inspector Garje, registered a case under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, including Sections 103(1), 118(1), 115(2), 296, 351(3), 189(2), 191(2), 191(3), and 190. Acting swiftly, the police traced and arrested all five adult accused. Further investigation in the matter is underway.

The incident highlights growing concerns over violent disputes among youths and the rapid escalation of minor arguments into fatal attacks in the city.