14-year-old boy stabbed to death in Balangir over card game
A 14-year-old boy was stabbed to death in Balangir after a card game quarrel, leading to community protests and police investigation.
Photo used for representational purpose only. Photo |Express Odisha Express News Service Updated:28th Aug, 2026 at 7:41 AM BALANGIR: A 14-year-old boy was allegedly stabbed to death by another minor following a quarrel during a card game at Roath village under Agalpur police limits in Balangir district on Thursday. The deceased was identified as Sahil Patel of Roath. According to reports, Sahil was playing cards with his friends, including the 14-year-old accused, at the village club at around 11 am. Suddenly, a heated argument reportedly broke out between the two teenagers. Following the quarrel, the accused left the spot and returned with a knife. During the ensuing confrontation, he allegedly stabbed Sahil. The victim collapsed at the spot and was immediately rushed to Agalpur hospital where doctors declared him dead. The incident sparked tension in Roath with local residents gathering outside Agalpur police station and demanding immediate arrest of the accused. The villagers expressed shock over the incident, particularly because both the victim and the accused were minors. Police subsequently took the minor accused into custody and registered a murder case. The deceased’s body was sent to Bhima Bhoi Medical College and Hospital for postmortem. Later in the day, Balangir sub-divisional police officer Saroj Upadhyay visited the village to take stock of the situation. Police are investigating the circumstances leading to the fatal stabbing and also examining statements from eyewitnesses and others present at the village club. Further action will be taken based on the investigation and postmortem report, said police. Local residents gathered outside Agalpur police station, demanding the immediate arrest of the accused, shocked that both parties were minors. Police subsequently detained the minor suspect and filed a murder case, while the victim’s body was sent to Bhima Bhoi Medical College for postmortem. Sub‑division officer Saroj Upadhyay visited the village to assess the situation. Police are investigating the circumstances leading to the fatal stabbing and examining statements from eyewitnesses present at the club. Further action will depend on the postmortem report and the results of the inquiry, said officials. Add as a preferred source on Google Also Read SCROLL FOR NEXT
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What is the age of the victim and the accused?
Both the victim, Sahil Patel, and the accused were 14 years old.
Where did the stabbing occur?
The incident happened at the village club in Roath village under Agalpur police limits in Balangir district.
When did the incident take place?
It occurred on Thursday at around 11 am.
What action did police take against the accused?
Police took the minor accused into custody and registered a murder case.
Where was the victim’s body taken for postmortem?
The body was taken to Bhima Bhoi Medical College and Hospital.
Who visited the village to assess the situation?
Balangir sub‑division police officer Saroj Upadhyay visited the village.
What triggered tension in the community?
The stabbing incident sparked tension, with residents gathering outside Agalpur police station demanding the accused's immediate arrest.
Suresh Sahu
Senior District Correspondent, Balangir
Suresh Sahu has reported on Balangir district for the Mirror since 2020, focusing on drought-relief policy, health infrastructure, and district politics.
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