Deceased Ajay Makwana

In a tragic incident in the Khokhra area of Ahmedabad, a family dispute escalated into violence, leading to the fatal assault of a young man, Ajay Makwana (24). The confrontation, allegedly driven by long-standing grievances, occurred late on the night of November 1, involving multiple individuals in an altercation that quickly turned deadly.

The incident was reported by Mehul Makwana (22), brother of the deceased, who stated that he, his brother Ajay, and their maternal uncle, Janakbhai, were attacked by individuals from a neighbouring area, known locally as Punjalal Pandya’s Chali. 

According to Mehul, the conflict began a few months prior when they attempted to intervene in a separate incident involving two men, Suchit Marathi and Piyush Marathi, assaulting a rickshaw driver. Their intervention was reportedly not well received by Suchit and Piyush, who allegedly harboured a grudge.

On the night of November 1, Mehul, Ajay, and their uncle Janakbhai had gone shopping and were returning to their residence when they were confronted by the same individuals with whom they had a previous dispute near Punjalal Pandya’s Chali.

Mehul recounted that the altercation intensified, with the attackers brandishing weapons, including wooden sticks and swords.

As the fight unfolded, Ajay and Janakbhai sustained serious injuries. Ajay was reportedly struck multiple times on the head, neck, and ear, suffering grave injuries. Despite being rushed to LG Hospital in a private ambulance, Ajay succumbed to his injuries, with the attending doctor declaring him dead upon arrival.

Janakbhai, who also sustained injuries, received outpatient treatment and is reportedly in stable condition.

The family has filed an official complaint with the Khokhra Police Station, seeking legal action against the accused. The case has been lodged against attackers such as Suchit Marathi, Piyush Marathi, Pappu Marathi, and Siddh Marathi, among others, as all residents of the nearby chali.

Krunal Desai, Assistant Commissioner of Police I division, stated, “We have arrested four accused in the matter till now, while two are wanted further investigation is underway. 

While examining the background of the incident and gathering statements from witnesses to determine the sequence of events, the findings suggest that previous tension between the families may have contributed to the tragic outcome.”