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12-Year-Old in Karnataka Fatally Stabs Friend Over Rs 5 Snack Dispute

The accused boy, now in a juvenile justice home, allegedly used a kitchen knife after a minor argument escalated during a game.

The victim’s mother, accompanied by the minor’s parents, rushed him to Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences where doctors declared him dead upon arrival. (File photo)

Overview

  • A 14-year-old boy, Chetan Rakkasagi, died after being stabbed by his 12-year-old friend, Sai, in Hubballi, Karnataka, during a dispute over a Rs 5 snack.
  • The incident occurred on May 12, 2025, when the boys, who were close friends and neighbors, were playing together in their locality.
  • Police confirmed that the accused retrieved a knife from his home and stabbed the victim in the abdomen following the argument.
  • The victim was rushed to KIMS Hospital by the accused's mother but was declared brought dead by doctors.
  • Authorities, including Police Commissioner Shashi Kumar, have linked the incident to societal influences, such as exposure to violence in media, and called for greater parental oversight.