In a significant verdict in a sensational murder case that had shocked the city, the Bhubaneswar ADJ court on Wednesday sentenced three persons to life imprisonment for the brutal killing of a youth named Kritibas Parija alias Sonu over a decade ago in 2014 under the Khandagiri police station limits. 

After 12 long years of investigation and trial, justice was finally delivered, with the court naming Sanjay Khuntia as the main accused. The murder was reportedly committed over a monetary dispute, and the brutality of the crime horrified the city.

Gruesome Details and Investigation

According to the case diary, after killing Sonu, the accused dismembered his body in a bathroom, packing the parts into 60 polythene bags and scattering them across the city. 

Shockingly, the three men even consumed Sonu’s heart along with alcohol in a grotesque act that stunned investigators. The case drew the attention of the Special Squad, which conducted a thorough probe before apprehending the three perpetrators.

The court proceedings revealed the heinous nature of the crime, sending a strong message about the consequences of violent acts. Residents of Bhubaneswar expressed relief at the verdict, hoping that such gruesome incidents will be deterred in the future.

This landmark judgment not only closes a long-pending case but also highlights the role of dedicated investigation teams in bringing justice, no matter how long it takes.