25-year-old stabbed to death over old enmity in Ahmedabad’s Sarkhej

A Sarkhej resident was fatally stabbed on Monday night following a heated altercation over an old enmity. The victim, identified as Ilyas Ismailbhai Sumra, succumbed to his injuries at Sola Civil Hospital. The accused, Mustak Sumarbhai Sumra, has been arrested in the matter.

As per the complaint filed by the victim’s elder brother, Hasan Ismailbhai Sumra, the incident took place around 10.30 pm near their residence in Kumbhar Vas, Sarkhej. Hasan stated that Mustak Sumra had a previous dispute with their family due to his alleged involvement with their sister, which had caused tensions between the two sides.

On the night of the attack, Mustak reportedly rode his motorcycle repeatedly in front of their house, honking loudly. When Ilyas confronted him and asked him to stop, an argument ensued. Witnesses, including local residents and relatives, attempted to defuse the situation, but Mustak suddenly pulled out a knife from his pocket and stabbed Ilyas twice in the chest.

Sabir Sumra, a neighbour, tried to intervene but was pushed aside by the accused. Hasan, who rushed to his brother’s aid, recounted how Ilyas bled profusely as bystanders watched in shock. Mustak’s wife Taju and his brother-in-law Armaan allegedly helped him escape from the scene.

Ilyas was initially rushed to Navjivan Hospital in Sarkhej for treatment. However, due to the severity of his injuries, he was referred to Sola Civil Hospital, where doctors declared him dead on arrival.

Sarkhej police have registered a case of murder against Mustak Sumarbhai Sumra under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code. Inspector R.K Dhuliya confirmed that they have arrested Mustak and police are also examining CCTV footage and gathering witness statements to piece together the exact sequence of events.

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