The town of Gumla in Jharkhand is reeling from the murder of Vinod Jajodia, a prominent businessman. The incident took place on Sissai Road, near his store, ‘Jajodia Store,’ and has caused widespread consternation. Police immediately responded to the scene and have begun an investigation to apprehend the perpetrators. The brutal nature of the crime has ignited fear and anger within the local community. The daylight attack has cast a shadow on the state of public safety.
A CCTV video capturing the incident depicts three individuals, with one seen attacking Vinod Jajodia with a sharp weapon. The video’s authenticity could not be confirmed. The murder occurred as the Jajodia family was celebrating a significant achievement. Vinod Jajodia’s son, Govind Jajodia, had successfully cleared his Chartered Accountancy (CA) exams, bringing immense joy to the family. This happiness was tragically shattered by the news of Vinod’s death.
Witness accounts suggest that Vinod Jajodia was returning home from a nearby grocery store when he was attacked. The assailant inflicted multiple injuries to his neck, face, and body with a sharp weapon. Vinod Jajodia was taken to a hospital, and later referred to Ranchi, but died while being transported. The police are actively examining CCTV footage to identify and arrest the criminals. The business community of Gumla has strongly condemned the crime and is urging the authorities to bring the perpetrators to justice.