Meerut (UP), February 14 A 24-year-old man was arrested on Saturday for allegedly killing his elder brother by cutting his throat during a domestic dispute in the Meerut district, police said.
According to police, Johnny (27) and his younger brother Arun (24) had an argument around 3 pm, which escalated into violence. Both were reportedly under the influence of alcohol at the time. Arun reportedly attacked Johnny with a knife, causing a fatal neck injury.
Family members rushed Johnny, the son of Natthu, to a community health center in Daurala, where doctors pronounced him dead.
SP (Rural) Abhijeet Kumar said a case has been registered at the Incholi police station based on a complaint by the family.
The accused has been taken into custody, and the allegedly blood-stained knife has been recovered.
Police said further investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of the dispute.
