Odisha villagers beat boy (15) to death over goat theft
India
In Odisha's Mayurbhanj district, a 15-year-old boy was allegedly beaten to death (police reported the incident on March 3, 2026) after villagers accused him and another person of stealing goats.
Frustrated by ongoing livestock thefts, the villagers stopped the boys as they passed through Indukudi village, held an impromptu meeting, and decided to punish them themselves.
The situation turned violent—both boys were beaten with sticks before police could step in.
12 people arrested
Police have now arrested 12 people linked to the attack.