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Crime
Father and Son Stage Fake Hit‑and‑Run to Honour Kill in Ahmedabad’s Bopal
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 09 Sep 2026, 06:37 AM
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Police in Ahmedabad revealed that a father and son staged a fatal road crash in the Bopal area to disguise an honour killing as a hit‑and‑run incident. The investigation showed the crash was pre‑planned.
The incident took place in the Bopal neighbourhood of Ahmedabad, where the father and son deliberately caused a collision to make it appear as a hit‑and‑run. They left the scene after the crash, hoping to mislead investigators.
During the probe, forensic evidence and witness statements indicated that the crash was not accidental but a pre‑mediated act. Investigators concluded that the real motive behind the staged accident was an honour killing.
Authorities have registered a case against the two individuals, who are now in police custody. Further investigation is underway to ascertain all details surrounding the crime and to ensure appropriate legal action.
During the probe, forensic evidence and witness statements indicated that the crash was not accidental but a pre‑mediated act. Investigators concluded that the real motive behind the staged accident was an honour killing.
Authorities have registered a case against the two individuals, who are now in police custody. Further investigation is underway to ascertain all details surrounding the crime and to ensure appropriate legal action.