Man slits elder sibling’s throat during sleep

Angul: In a shocking incident, a younger brother allegedly murdered his elder sibling in Karadakhaman village under Angul district. The accused reportedly slit his brother’s throat and later stabbed him while he was asleep, making the crime particularly gruesome. The incident on Sunday left villagers in deep shock.

According to reports, the fatal attack stemmed from an ongoing family feud. Following the incident, police detained the accused and initiated an investigation into the matter.

In a similar case reported on 11 November 2025, a man allegedly stabbed his elder brother to death at Rebidi village under the R Udaygiri block in Gajapati district. The two brothers were said to be involved in a prolonged family feud. An argument escalated, and in a fit of rage, the younger sibling attacked his elder brother with a knife, killing him on the spot.

Such tragic incidents underline how domestic conflicts can spiral into devastating consequences. It serves as a grim reminder of how unresolved family disputes can take a tragic and irreversible turn. What begins as personal discord can quickly escalate into violence, leaving families shattered and communities in shock.

Authorities continue their investigation, even as the incidents highlight the urgent need for dialogue and conflict resolution within households to prevent such devastating outcomes.