Farmer killed for ‘stopping deer hunting’, Rajasthan village tense as angry residents set fire to shops

Jaisalmer SP Abhishek Shivhare said that three accused, Ladu Khan, Alam Khan and Khete Khan, have been detained and their vehicle seized.

“We have detained three accused and the role of another person is still under investigation. If proven, then he will be arrested as well. We are yet to conclude that this incident happened because of deer hunting. The investigation is still on,” the SP said.

Following the murder, angry villagers set fire to four cabins, including a tyre tube shop linked to the accused. Police immediately deployed personnel in the area, erected barricades and restricted the entry of outsiders to maintain peace. The SP appealed to villagers to remain indoors and warned against spreading misinformation online, saying that strict action would be taken against those trying to disturb communal harmony.

The victim’s brother, Swaroop Singh, has lodged a complaint at Sangar police station, saying that 10 days ago, Ladu Khan and Alam Khan had come armed with guns to hunt deer and argued with Khet Singh when he opposed them. Swaroop alleged that the same men, along with accomplices, attacked and killed his brother on September 2.

Police said the situation in Dangri village remains tense but under control as of Saturday.

Local politicians, including those from the ruling BJP and Opposition Congress, have expressed support for the victim’s family.

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