September 27, 2024: In a shocking incident that has left the community reeling, a Class 2 student was murdered in his school hostel in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly as part of a black magic ritual intended to bring prosperity and fame to the institution. The boy was reportedly strangled by three individuals on September 22, with connections to the school's management.

Authorities have identified the school's owner as a suspect, with reports suggesting that his father was involved in occult practices. The police believe this tragic act was driven by superstition, aimed at securing the financial stability of the school, which had been struggling in recent months.

According to police reports, the accused had initially planned to carry out the ritual on September 6 with another student. However, their plans were thwarted when the boy escaped and alerted authorities. Medical examinations later confirmed that the victim had indeed been strangled.

On the day of the murder, the suspects attempted to carry out the ritual again, this time intending to sacrifice the boy near a tube well behind the school. When the victim regained consciousness during the ordeal, the suspects panicked and ultimately strangled him inside the school premises.

Further investigation revealed ritualistic items near the tube well, reinforcing suspicions of ongoing occult activities associated with the school.

Hathras Superintendent of Police, Nipun Aggarwal, announced the arrest of five individuals linked to the crime. "We have arrested five people," Aggarwal stated, emphasizing the tragic motive behind the murder. "The child was strangled with the intent to bring prosperity to the school and secure its future."

The incident has sparked outrage and concern among parents and community members, raising questions about the safety of children in educational institutions and the influence of superstition in modern society.