An 85-year-old woman was allegedly murdered by her grandson when she refused to give him money.
According to Kandukur police, the victim, P. Pochamma, returned to her home in Kandukur after collecting the pension amount on Monday evening. She was reportedly approached by her grandson Ganesh asking money. On refusal, Ganesh allegedly hit her with a stick on the head. On hearing her screams other relatives rushed to her rescue. She was immediately taken to a nearby hospital where doctors declared her ‘brought dead’.
The Kandukur police have registered a case of murder under Section 302 IPC against Ganesh who is said to be absconding. (INN)