Teenager Beaten To Death In Ranchi Over Theft Suspicion; Six Arrested

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News18•17-01-2026, 14:02
Teenager Beaten To Death In Ranchi Over Theft Suspicion; Six Arrested
- •A 19-year-old, Vicky Nayak, was allegedly beaten to death by villagers in Ranchi, Jharkhand.
- •The incident occurred on suspicion of Nayak stealing a motor pump.
- •A panchayat meeting was convened where villagers assaulted him, leading to his collapse.
- •He was declared brought dead at Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS).
- •Six persons have been arrested following an FIR lodged by the victim's father.
Why It Matters: A teenager was fatally assaulted by villagers in Ranchi over theft suspicion; six arrested.
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