The body of 27‑year‑old Sameer Ghosh was found in the Ramkeli area of Malda's English Bazar police station, hours after a knife attack that saw the victim's corpse also struck by a gunshot.
The victim's brother, Vivek Ghosh, filed a complaint against Trinamool Congress worker Shatru Ghosh, citing a protracted feud that escalated to violence.
Malda District Superintendent of Police Anupam Singh announced the arrest of Ranjan Ghosh, a suspect linked to the murder; investigators are now combing the crime scene for the firearm used.
MLA Amlan Bhaduri condemned the attack, labeling it a political murder and demanding swift police action, while local BJP leaders draped party flags over the body in a tribute.
Police and central forces have intensified patrols in the area; authorities are actively searching for the remaining accused and plan to file charges within the next 48 hours.