Ex-Sarpanch's 'Accident' Unmasked as Rs. 25 Lakh Contract Murder

• Former Sarpanch Chinna Bheema Rayudu's death, initially deemed a road accident in Jogulamba Gadwal district, was revealed to be a meticulously planned murder.
• Police investigation, prompted by the victim's family, uncovered a Rs. 25 lakh contract killing (supari deal) driven by political rivalries and land disputes.
• Accused Millu Veeranna, his son Surender, and eight others were arrested; main accused Eshwar Goud, with a criminal history, was also apprehended.
• A new Bolero with a reinforced bumper was specifically purchased, and 13 new SIM cards were acquired to stage the murder as an accident.
• Police seized Rs. 8.50 lakh cash, four cars, one Bolero, two bikes, and 11 mobile phones, exposing the elaborate conspiracy.

Why It Matters: Police unravel a complex Rs. 25 lakh contract murder disguised as an accident, arresting 10.