A chilling murder case unfolds in Dhanbad where Amit Kumar Agarwal, a dedicated loan recovery agent, met a violent end. His lifeless body was recovered from Vikas Khandelwal’s home in Surya Highland Society, Saraidhela police jurisdiction, on Sunday morning.
Responding swiftly, officers documented the scene, seized the remains, and forwarded them for medical examination at the local medical college. The victim’s relatives had previously reported him missing at Sadar station, noting suspicious calls seeking 15 lakh ransom on his device.
Leveraging mobile tracking technology, the police zeroed in on Khandelwal, subjecting him to exhaustive questioning. His confession unraveled the plot: a deadly clash over a massive one-crore loan settlement deal. The abduction occurred Saturday evening, culminating in the grim discovery.
DSP Law and Order Naushad Alam detailed how evidence pieced together the timeline. This case spotlights the high risks in debt collection, where disputes can turn lethal. Police are delving deeper into connections and possible motives beyond the financial rift.
With the accused in custody, investigations press on to ensure comprehensive accountability. The incident serves as a stark reminder of escalating violence in financial disputes, prompting calls for better protection for those in recovery roles.