Uttar Pradesh, December 15: A shocking case of murder has come to light from Meerut where a 55-year-old former village head was shot dead in broad daylight in Kithauli village on Tuesday. The unidentified assailants also opened fire at the deceased's son, who sustained serious injuries.

As per the reports, the deceased, identified as Tejpal Singh was on his way to Kithauli with his son, when unidentified bike-borne assailants opened fire at them. Tejpal Singh was killed on the spot while his son managed to escape, said police. The two women surrendered at the Jaani police station with pistols that they claimed were used in the murder, police added.  Uttar Pradesh: 6 Dalits, Including Former Village Head, Thrashed in Mahoba Over Poll Rivalry; Two Accused Arrested.

"The deceased was rushed to a hospital where doctors declared him dead on arrival. Police have taken both the women into custody and have been questioning them," reported TOI, quoting SHO Sanjay Verma as Saying.  Uttar Pradesh: Newly Elected Village Head, 4 Others Held on Charge of Cow Slaughter in Barwakhad.

Reportedly, the villagers heard the assailants shouting that "they will continue killing people" and "there will be more murders following this one" as they fled the crime scene. Police suspect personal rivalry behind the murder. An investigation is underway into the matter.

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