‘Blue Drum’ Murder in Lucknow: 21-Year-Old Kills Father After Shooting Him at Home

In a chilling crime that has shocked Lucknow, a 21-year-old B.Com student allegedly shot dead his father, dismembered the body and concealed the remains inside a blue plastic drum at their three-storey house in Ashiana, police said.

According to Lucknow Police, the accused, Akshat, killed his father Manvendra in the early hours of February 20 after a prolonged dispute over academic pressure. The murder took place on the third floor of the house at around 4.30 am, using Manvendra's licensed rifle.

Police said Manvendra's Class 11 daughter was present at the time and witnessed the shooting. Investigators said the accused threatened to kill her if she revealed what she had seen, forcing her into silence.

Body Cut, Hidden in Blue Drum

After the shooting, Akshat allegedly dragged the body down to an unused room on the ground floor, where he dismembered it. Police said the head and torso were packed into a blue plastic drum kept inside the house, while other body parts were later removed in a car and dumped in a remote area outside the city.

Forensic teams found evidence of bloodstains and cutting activity inside the house, confirming attempts to destroy evidence. The blue drum was recovered from the same room where police believe the dismemberment was carried out.

Inspired by Earlier 'Blue Drum' Murder

Investigators said the accused appeared to have copied the method from a previous "blue drum" murder case reported from Meerut last year, which he had read about on social media. Police believe this influenced his attempt to conceal the crime and delay detection.

Attempted Cover-Up

After the killing, Akshat allegedly tried to maintain a normal routine, telling relatives that his father had left for Delhi. Suspicion arose when Manvendra's mobile phones remained switched off throughout the day.

When questioned, the accused initially claimed that his father had died by suicide. Police rejected the claim after examining the crime scene, forensic evidence and the sister's testimony.

Arrest and Confession

Deputy Commissioner of Police (Central) Vikrant Vir said sustained interrogation led to Akshat's confession. Police confirmed that he admitted to shooting his father, cutting the body and attempting to dispose of the remains.

The accused has been arrested, and further investigation is underway to recover remaining body parts and complete forensic analysis. Police are also examining digital activity and planning details to establish premeditation.