Amritsar police confirm missing Australian teacher was murdered by his brother over property dispute

Amritsar police have confirmed that a missing Australian teacher was murdered by his brother in a property dispute. The revelation came days after Sunil’s daughter, Surbhi Sharma, appealed to chief minister Bhagwant Mann for assistance in locating her father.

According to the police, the teacher, reported missing from Amritsar, vanished several days earlier. His brother, who also lived in the city, was identified as a suspect. Investigators say the fatal incident stemmed from a dispute over a piece of land that the brother claimed to own. Police said the investigation is continuing and that they have collected statements from family members. The brother was located after the missing person report was filed, and officers are now examining his alibi.

Surbhi Sharma had been searching for her father for several days, seeking any update on his whereabouts. She took the matter to the chief minister, urging the state government to intervene and help locate him. Her appeal highlighted the family’s request for assistance during a period of heightened attention on missing persons cases in the region. The family has been trying to piece together the timeline of events leading up to the discovery of the body.

The case has attracted media coverage and public interest, highlighting the risks associated with unresolved land conflicts. Local authorities have urged residents to resolve disputes amicably. Neighbours said they had noticed increased tension between the two brothers in the weeks preceding the incident.

Police have opened a murder investigation and are reviewing evidence from the scene. While no arrests have been confirmed, officers said they are pursuing all leads to ensure the perpetrator is held accountable. Investigators have examined the scene for forensic evidence and are coordinating with other agencies. Forensic teams are expected to submit their findings to the local police headquarters in the coming days.

Chief minister Bhagwant Mann has not publicly addressed the case, though officials said the government remains ready to assist families in need. The chief minister’s office has been approached for a statement, though no public response has been issued yet.

The family continues to seek justice, and police have said they will keep the public informed as the investigation progresses. The family has expressed a desire for a thorough investigation and for accountability. Community leaders have called for calm as the legal process unfolds.

Source: Hindustan Times