Godda: In a shocking and tragic incident in Pratappur village, Mehrama police station area, a 90-year-old grandmother, identified as Photo Devi, was brutally beaten to death with a stick by her grandson, Sonu Kumar Mishra, reportedly for money to purchase liquor.
The horrifying incident unfolded late on Tuesday night when an intoxicated Sonu Kumar Mishra returned home and demanded money from his grandmother. It is reported that the elderly woman refused to provide the funds, leading to a violent altercation. In a fit of rage, Sonu beat his grandmother to death with a stick.
The accused, Sonu Kumar Mishra, fled the scene after the gruesome act. Upon receiving information about the incident, Mehrma police station officer Sunil Kumar Gond promptly arrived at the location with a police force. The police took possession of the deceased grandmother’s body and initiated an inquiry by questioning the villagers.
Villagers revealed that Sonu Kumar Mishra had a history of alcohol addiction, and his aggressive behavior had escalated over time. Sonu’s father had passed away a few years ago, and after his grandfather’s demise, his mother had left the house due to Sonu’s repeated demands for money, choosing to live with relatives instead.