Youth killed in stabbing incident in Kothagudem’s Edurugadda
Police said a case was registered and an investigation launched after the body of 20-year-old Medi Akhil, who reportedly sustained around 15 stab wounds, was found following a clash in Edurugadda, Kothagudem, late Sunday night. Police are investigating the incident
Published Date - 19 October 2026, 03:42 PM
Kothagudem: A 20-year-old youth was stabbed to death in the Edurugadda area of Laxmidevipalli mandal in Kothagudem district late on Sunday night, triggering concern among locals over the law and order situation in the area.
According to local residents, the deceased, Medi Akhil, was killed during a clash involving a group of youths. Old rivalries among those involved were suspected to have led to the murder, though the exact motive is yet to be established.
The victim reportedly sustained around 15 stab wounds. Police registered a case and launched an investigation after receiving information about the incident.