Elderly Russian hammered a young rival out of jealousy

In Cheboksary, law enforcement officers detained a 63-year-old man. He is suspected of murdering a 33-year-old friend. This was reported in the investigation department.

According to investigators, the tragedy occurred at midnight on November 7. At the entrance of the house on Urukov Street, a quarrel broke out between the men. The reason was personal dislike and jealousy of a common friend.

During the conflict, the senior participant grabbed a hammer. He hit his opponent in the head several times. The injuries were fatal, the victim died on the spot.

A criminal murder case has been opened. Investigators are now establishing all the circumstances of the incident. Other details have not yet been provided.