The deceased has been identified as Gurjant Singh, who lived in the village with his wife and son Sukhpal Singh. According to police, the accused — 45-year-old Rai Singh — allegedly entered the house around midnight and attacked his father with a sharp-edged weapon.

Gurjant Singh died on the spot due to severe injuries, while Sukhpal Singh sustained wounds while trying to intervene. He has been admitted to a hospital for treatment.

Bareta police have registered a case against the accused under relevant sections of the law and launched a manhunt to arrest him. The motive behind the attack is yet to be ascertained, and further investigation is underway.

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