A brutal altercation turned festive celebrations into tragedy on Diwali night in the Kharkhoda area of Sonipat, Haryana. An argument that erupted inside Ambedkar Park, situated along Rohtak Road, rapidly degenerated into physical violence when a group of armed assailants launched an aggressive assault on three men. The lethal blows struck 37-year-old Deepak on the head, claiming his life on the spot, while his two companions sustained severe injuries. The sudden attack sent shockwaves through the neighborhood, prompting an immediate mobilization of local law enforcement authorities.
Lethal Escalation Inside Ambedkar Park
The tragedy originated late in the evening when a dispute broke out between two factions of young men who were present inside Ambedkar Park. Within moments, the verbal confrontation escalated uncontrollably into an all-out assault. Four to five individuals allegedly turned on Deepak and his friends using wooden sticks and heavy iron rods. The attackers cornered the victims, targeting Deepak with particular ferocity. Struck multiple times on the head with an iron rod, Deepak collapsed instantly onto the ground. The blunt-force trauma proved fatal before medical assistance could reach him, resulting in his immediate death at the scene.
Companions Sustained Fractures as Attackers Fled
Deepak was not alone during the fatal encounter, and the assailants did not spare those who stood beside him. His close companion Dholu suffered a broken leg during the chaotic scuffle, rendering him unable to flee or fight back. Another associate, Anna, sustained grievous injuries to his hand. Realizing that Deepak was motionless and that the violent encounter had resulted in a fatality, the four to five perpetrators swiftly fled the park under cover of darkness. The battered survivors managed to inform acquaintances and family members about the fatal ambush that had unfolded within the park grounds.
Family Mourns Tragic Loss as Relatives Demand Justice
The victim's family was plunged into deep grief upon receiving news of the early morning revelation. Deepak's cousin Hemant stated that the family learned about the tragedy when the surviving companions contacted them. According to Hemant, the injured witnesses detailed how iron rods were used in the assault and provided identifying information regarding the suspects. Hemant said, "There were deep wound marks visible across his face and head." Relatives noted that the 37-year-old victim was unmarried and lived with his parents and two sisters, who now face an uncertain future without him.
Police Investigation and Forensic Procedures at Sonipat
Upon receiving notification of the homicide, personnel from the Kharkhoda police station arrived at Ambedkar Park to secure the crime scene. Investigators thoroughly surveyed the location, gathering physical evidence, measuring impact marks, and questioning initial witnesses who had gathered in the vicinity. Officers took custody of Deepak's body and dispatched it to the Sonipat Civil Hospital for a comprehensive post-mortem examination. Meanwhile, medical professionals at a local healthcare center began treating Dholu and Anna for their fractures and wounds. The local police force has initiated coordinated raids to track down the absconding suspects and ascertain the root cause behind the deadly dispute.
