A heated argument over sharing cigarettes turned deadly in Hyderabad on Thursday night. Police report that a man allegedly threw his stepbrother from a third-floor terrace, resulting in a fatal fall.
What Happened in Nacharam?
The incident occurred in the Nacharam area. Stafford Rohan Sayars, aged 30, was on the terrace of a building with his friend, Xavier Rohith. They were flying kites and drinking liquor. Around 9:30 PM, Rohan invited his stepbrother, Leonard Angelo Sayars, to join them.
The Argument Escalates Quickly
Soon after Leonard arrived, a dispute erupted between the two brothers. The conflict reportedly centered on sharing cigarettes. According to the victim's mother, Michelle Rosario, Leonard held previous grudges against Rohan. She stated in her police complaint that Leonard took advantage of Rohan's intoxicated state. He began bullying and harassing him over the cigarette issue.
The verbal spat quickly intensified into a physical quarrel. During the confrontation, Leonard allegedly dragged Rohan towards the terrace railing. He then threw him from the third floor. Rohan suffered severe head injuries from the fall.
Aftermath and Police Action
Emergency services rushed Rohan to a private hospital. Doctors declared him brought dead upon arrival. The Nacharam police have registered a murder case in connection with the incident. They arrested Leonard Angelo Sayars promptly.
Authorities are now investigating the full circumstances that led to this tragic event. They are examining the background of the relationship between the stepbrothers and the exact sequence of events on the terrace.
This case highlights how a seemingly minor disagreement can spiral into violence with devastating consequences. The community in Nacharam is shocked by the brutality of the crime.
