Archive · 5 Jan 2026
Factional Feud Leaves Three Dead in Kurnool
In Kurnool district, a group of about 20 people attacked three individuals, killing two and critically injuring a third, including a five-year-old child.
The attacks happened because of old fights between groups.
The victims were also accused in a previous murder case.
Police are now watching the area to prevent more violence, but they are waiting for a formal complaint to take action.
Three individuals were attacked by a group of about 20 people in Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, over old factional rivalry.
Two victims, Paramesh and Venkatesh, were killed, while Govind was critically injured and hospitalized.
Govind's five-year-old son suffered serious injuries, and his wife, Vireshamma, sustained minor injuries.
The assailants used sickles and sharp weapons in the attacks, which occurred in quick succession.
Police have set up a picket in the village to prevent further violence and are awaiting a formal complaint to initiate action.
- Who
- Govind, Paramesh, Venkatesh (victims), about 20 assailants
- What
- Hacking attacks over old factional rivalry
- When
- January 5, 2026
- Where
- Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, India
- Why
- Flare-up of old enmities, victims accused in a 2024 double murder case
- Victims
- Govind, Paramesh, Venkatesh
- Date of Attack
- January 5, 2026
- Location
- Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, India
- Assailants
- About 20 unidentified individuals
- Weapons Used
- Sickles and sharp weapons
- Injured
- Govind (critical), Govind's 5-year-old son (serious), Vireshamma (minor)
- Police Action
- Picket set up, awaiting formal complaint
