From Accident To Murder: How Pune Police Uncovered Killing Of Lawyer By His 83-Year-Old Grandfather In Lonavala
Pune: What was initially reported as an accidental rifle firing at a Lonavala hotel has turned into a murder case, with police alleging that an 83-year-old grandfather shot his 33-year-old lawyer grandson during a property dispute. The deceased has been identified as Advocate Abhay Manik Marathe, who was shot at Hotel Motiram in Bhushi near Lonavala, on Monday. Police initially received…
What initially appeared to be an accidental rifle discharge in Lonavala has escalated into a murder investigation, with police suspecting an 83-year-old grandfather as the perpetrator of his 33-year-old grandson's death. The victim, Advocate Abhay Manik Marathe, was found shot in the chest at Hotel Motiram in Bhushi near Lonavala on Monday.
Initially, authorities believed Abhay had accidentally discharged a licensed rifle while cleaning it. However, the Pune Rural Police later found the accidental theory suspicious and launched a probe into the injuries, the crime scene, and statements from hotel staff. According to the police, Abhay was shot during an argument with his grandfather, Motiram Rawji Marathe, over a property dispute.
The family allegedly attempted to destroy evidence by moving the body, rifle, and CCTV DVR to conceal the crime. Five family members have been booked in connection with the alleged murder and destruction of evidence, including Motiram Marathe, Hiraman Motiram Marathe, Manoj Hiraman Marathe, Kavita Hiraman Marathe, and Rajashri Dashrath Pawar.
Police allege that Motiram and Abhay were involved in a long-standing property and financial disagreement, with Abhay seeking to sell or develop the property in Lonavala. Motiram allegedly opposed these plans. The pair reportedly had a heated argument at the hotel around 11 am on October 5, leading to the fatal gunshot. The investigation is ongoing, with police probing the family's attempts to cover up the crime.
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