Akola, June 23, 2025 :-In a bizarre twist straight out of a crime thriller, police in Akola arrested a man accused of murdering his own mother after tracing him to a roadside Chinese food stall, where he was found working as a helper, washing utensils to evade arrest.
The 28-year-old suspect had been on the run for nearly three months, managing to stay under the radar despite efforts by law enforcement to locate him. His unexpected capture came after a local informant tipped off police, saying, “Sahib, woh Chinese cart pe bartan dhoraha hai!” (Sir, he’s washing dishes at a Chinese food cart).
A police team rushed to the location and found the accused scrubbing pans behind the busy street cart, hiding in plain sight among the hustle and smoke of wok-fried noodles and Manchurian sizzles. He was reportedly so shocked upon being confronted that he stood frozen, unable to speak or resist as police took him into custody.
The Backstory
The accused had allegedly murdered his mother in a fit of rage following a domestic dispute earlier this year. After committing the crime, he fled Akola, frequently changing his appearance and jobs to avoid detection. He had recently returned to the city under an alias and found low-profile work at a local food vendor’s stall—believing it to be the safest way to blend in.
What’s Next
The accused is now in police custody and will be interrogated for further details surrounding the murder, his movements over the past three months, and whether anyone helped him evade arrest.
Police have praised the vigilance of local citizens in helping track down fugitives and have urged residents to continue supporting law enforcement in maintaining safety.
This arrest marks a significant breakthrough in a case that had deeply shocked the Akola community and underscores the unpredictable nature of manhunts—where sometimes, the fugitive is closer than anyone imagines.
