Prayagraj Police arrest three suspects in Pawan Yadav murder case

Prayagraj Police have arrested three men in connection with the broad-daylight shooting of Pawan Yadav, a former village head, in the Handia area of Uttar Pradesh.

The suspects, identified as Lalla Yadav, Brijesh Yadav, and Nihal Ali, were apprehended following an investigation that included reviewing CCTV footage. According to police, the trio used a motorcycle to intercept the victim. Lalla Yadav, the prime accused, reportedly confessed to planning the attack due to a personal dispute with the deceased. Law enforcement seized the motorcycle used in the crime, along with two illegal firearms and live ammunition.

The victim's family, including his sister Urmila Devi and his son Prince Yadav, had previously called for a thorough investigation and justice. Prince Yadav noted that Pawan Yadav was the sole provider for his household and requested strict action against the culprits.