Gold Dispute Turns Violent in Mehdipatnam, Couple Attacked with Knife in Hyderabad
A family dispute over gold turned violent in Mehdipatnam’s First Lancer area, Hyderabad, after a man allegedly attacked a couple with a knife. Police have registered a case and begun investigation.

A family dispute over gold turned violent in Mehdipatnam, Hyderabad, after a man allegedly attacked his relatives with a knife. The incident took place in the First Lancer area under Mehdipatnam police station limits, creating tension among local residents.
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According to police, the clash erupted following a heated argument related to gold ornaments, leading to a sudden act of violence.
What Led to the Mehdipatnam Incident
Police officials said the dispute has roots in a family relationship formed through marriage.
- Last year, Mohsin Nawaz’s daughter was married to the son of Mohammed Sharif
- After marriage, the groom moved to Canada
- Recently, the daughter reportedly told her father that there was a family function at her in-laws’ house and asked him to bring gold ornaments
When Mohsin Nawaz visited the in-laws’ house to discuss the matter, a verbal argument broke out between the two families over the gold issue.
Knife Attack After Heated Argument
As the argument intensified:
- Mohsin Nawaz allegedly attacked Mohammed Sharif and his wife with a knife
- Both victims suffered minor injuries
- The sudden violence shocked family members and neighbours in the First Lancer area
The injured couple was immediately shifted to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Police Register Case, Probe On
Following the incident:
- Mehdipatnam police registered a case
- An investigation is underway to determine the exact sequence of events
- Police are questioning family members as part of the probe
Officials said further action will be taken based on the outcome of the investigation.
The Mehdipatnam family dispute over gold once again highlights how domestic disagreements can quickly escalate into violence if not handled calmly.
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