A 49 year old man suffered serious burns when his friend reportedly poured petrol over him and ignited it in Dang.
Rup Lal Chaudhary, from Materiya, Khalgair, Rajpur Rural Municipality 2, passed away from his injuries around 6 am on Sunday at Bheri Hospital in Nepalgunj, Banke.
“Rup Lal Chaudhary has been confirmed dead,” stated Dr. Hem Bahadur KC, Deputy Superintendent of Police at the District Police Office in Dang.
Dispute Between Friends Leads to Fire Attack
The incident occurred after an argument between Chaudhary and his 38 year old friend, Trilok Singh Karki, who also resides in the same area, according to police reports.
The two were drinking together when a heated exchange escalated.
Karki then allegedly poured petrol, which he had brought for his motorbike, over Chaudhary and set him on fire.
Chaudhary sustained severe burns and was rushed to the hospital.
Suspect Flees but is Captured
After allegedly igniting Chaudhary, Karki fled the scene.
He was later apprehended by police on Saturday in Ratodanda, Lamahi Municipality 5, Dang.
Karki is currently in police custody as the investigation continues.
Man Dies After Hospital Treatment
Chaudhary did not survive despite receiving treatment at Bheri Hospital in Nepalgunj, passing away around 6 am on Sunday.
This incident has escalated from a personal dispute to a murder investigation as police look into the alleged attack.