Pune: 27-Year-Old Man Hacked to Death in Kothrud Over Old Rivalry; CCTV Footage Emerges
Kothrud, 12th November 2026: A 27-year-old man was allegedly hacked to death with swords, sickles and other sharp weapons in the Sutardara area of Kothrud on Saturday night, reportedly over an old rivalry. The deceased, identified as Prakash alias Lalya Yewale, was a history-sheeter with several criminal cases registered against him, police said.
CCTV footage of the murder has now emerged, capturing the brutal attack. Police have detained suspects in connection with the case, and further investigation is underway.
The incident took place at around 9.30 pm on November 8, on the eve of Diwali. According to preliminary information, Yewale was passing through the Sutardara area when a group of three to four assailants intercepted him. The attackers allegedly launched a sudden assault using sharp weapons, iron rods and wooden sticks, repeatedly striking him.
Yewale sustained severe injuries and collapsed at the spot. Kothrud police personnel, who were patrolling the area, rushed to his aid and shifted him to a nearby hospital. However, doctors declared him dead on arrival.
Following the emergence of the CCTV footage, police intensified their investigation and detained suspects. Further inquiries are underway to establish the exact circumstances surrounding the murder and determine the role of those detained.
