Hyderabad: Man stabbed to death in Balapur; two suspects on the run

A 29-year-old businessman was allegedly stabbed to death in Balapur during the early hours of Monday following a dispute. Police said two acquaintances attacked him after calling him outside his residence. A manhunt has been launched to trace the absconding suspects.

Hyderabad: A 29-year-old man was allegedly stabbed to death following a dispute at Mariyam Colony in Balapur on Monday early hours.

The victim was identified as Fahad Bin Abdul Rahman Balkhashar, who owned a vehicle washing service centre. He is survived by his wife and a son.

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According to police, Fahad was acquainted with the suspects identified as Salam Boum and Sayeed Boum, through a local gym. The three had reportedly been involved in an unknown dispute over the past few days.

Officials said that one of the suspects had allegedly gone to Fahad’s residence with a knife a day before the incident. However, the situation was defused after the victim’s brother intervened.

Police said that at around 2:30 am on Monday, the suspects who called the victim outside to discuss the matter had allegedly attacked Fahad with a knife, causing grievous injuries. He was immediately rushed to Owaisi Hospital, where he died while undergoing treatment later.

The Balapur police visited the spot and took up investigation.

A search is on to trace and nab the two suspects, who are currently absconding.