- Teenager in Delhi allegedly kills an old man during argument.
- Old man’s pet would not stop barking, thus frustrating teenager.
- He is being traced by police.
A 17-year old boy allegedly murdered an old man in Delhi as the man’s pet dog would not stop barking, NDTV reported.
Ashok Kumar, 85, lived with his dog in the Nangli Dairy area of Nazafgarh. The teenager had first reportedly thrashed the man’s dog a week ago. He was frustrated by the dog’s constant barking.
As an argument started between the two, the boy attacked the old dog-owner with an iron rod.
Meena, Kumar’s wife, informed the police that her husband was trying to protect the dog from the angry teenager.
As a result of the hit, Kumar fell unconscious and had to be taken to the hospital. He passed away on Sunday, police said.
Meena registered a case of murder against the teenager. He is being traced by the police.
