KASARGOD: A youth was hacked to death in Kumbala. The dead has been identified as Hareesh (38), a native of Naikkappu. The incident happened late last night. Though the youth lying on the road with hack injuries was taken to a private hospital in Kasargod by some passers-by, his life could not be saved.

He sustained injuries on his head and neck. Initial reports said the injuries on his head were the cause of his death. Police said personal enmity is behind the incident. A probe has been started on the incident.