A district court in Begusarai has handed Vikas Kumar, also known as Vikas Singh, the death penalty for the triple murder in Machha village back in 2019. This verdict was delivered by District and Sessions Judge-III Brajesh Kumar Singh through video conferencing, with Vikas currently incarcerated in Beur Jail, Patna.
This marks the first instance in Begusarai district where a death sentence has been pronounced via video conferencing. The crime was rooted in a longstanding family dispute over four acres of ancestral land, leading to the tragic events of that fateful night.
Vikas Singh had a history of violence within the family, having previously been convicted for the murder of his uncle in 2012. He was also facing charges related to the alleged killing of his aunt in 2017, which was still pending in court. The prosecution highlighted how Vikas had pressured family members not to testify against him, ultimately resorting to extreme measures.
On the night of October 27, 2019, Vikas Singh brutally gunned down his brother, sister-in-law, and teenage niece inside their home. Fortunately, his attempt to harm his nephew was unsuccessful, as the bullet missed its target. The surviving nephew, Shivam Kumar, discovered the gruesome scene upon his return to the house.
During the trial, key witnesses and investigators provided crucial evidence that led to the court’s decision. Additional Public Prosecutor Ram Prakash Yadav presented the case, with eyewitness testimonies and medical reports playing a significant role in establishing Vikas Singh’s guilt. The gravity of the crime and the unique circumstances of the sentencing have captured widespread attention in Begusarai district.
