Bhubaneswar, Aug 21: n a significant breakthrough, police have arrested nine individuals in connection with the murder of Harihar Sahu, a differently-abled person.

According to the police, the murder stemmed from a long-standing family feud and a business dispute. Among the accused are a father-son duo, both implicated in the crime.

Police sources revealed that out of the 11 suspects in the case, nine are minors. Two of the accused remain at large.

The arrests were made following a thorough investigation, which uncovered that the crime was driven by revenge related to a Khaja business dispute. During the raids, police seized a sword, two knives, and a dagger from the accused. The minors, aged between 15 and 17, were involved, raising concerns about the growing participation of minors in criminal activities.

Puri SP Pinak Mishra expressed concern over the increasing involvement of minors in such crimes and announced plans to provide counseling for both the minors and their parents. The police are also reviewing cases involving minors across various police stations to take appropriate action.

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