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The deceased has been identified as Ramesh Gowda. The accused, identified as Harish Gowda (38), happens to be his distant relative.
On Friday, a verbal argument had reportedly taken place between the two over the pathway issue.
Later the same day Ramesh had left home on his motorcycle to participate in a temple bhajan event. Only 50 meters from his residence, he was confronted by Harish, who then attacked him with a sickle.
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Uppinangady police have registered a case and initiated an investigation into the incident, while the suspect remains at large.