BHOPAL: Police in the Gwalior district of Madhya Pradesh claimed to have solved the mystery behind the murder of a 28-year-old youth, alleging that his father hired contract killers.
The victim, Irfan Khan, was a resident of Gwalior's Purani Cantonment. Police investigations revealed that Irfan's own father, Hasan Khan, orchestrated his murder, annoyed over his addiction to drugs and gambling.
Irfan, a known history-sheeter with a history of involvement in criminal activities, was also deeply addicted to gambling, smack, and marijuana. His destructive habits strained his relationship with his family, leading to frequent arguments and conflicts.
Frustrated with his son's addiction and the negative impact it was having on their lives, Hasan Khan hatched a plan to eliminate Irfan. He hired two contract killers, Arjun alias Sharafat Khan and Bhim Singh Parihar, for a fee of Rs 50,000.
On October 21, Hasan lured Irfan to a secluded spot near the Badnapura-Akbarpur hill. There, the contract killers ambushed him and shot him dead, firing multiple rounds into his head and chest.
Following the murder, Gwalior police launched a thorough investigation. After interrogating numerous suspects and piecing together the evidence, they zeroed in on Hasan Khan. His suspicious behaviour and inconsistent statements raised red flags.
Upon further questioning, Hasan confessed to his involvement in the crime. He admitted to hiring the contract killers and setting up the ambush.
The police have now launched a manhunt for Arjun alias Sharafat Khan and Bhim Singh Parihar, who are believed to be on the run.
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