Man arrested in Assam for killing father in drunken state

Guwahati, Aug 28 : A man was arrested in Assams Kaliabor area for killing his father in a drunken state, police said on Monday.

The incident took place in Anjukpani village on Sunday night and the accused was identified as Anwar Hussain.

According to the police, Anwar killed his father, Kuddus Ali, by beating him to death with a tree branch.

He also attacked his wife, his older brother, sister, and his sister-in-law, badly injuring each of them.

The injured are currently being treated at the Nagaon Civil Hospital.

Anwar will be produced before a court on Monday.

Further investigation in the matter is underway.

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