Jaipur, Aug 9 (PTI) A known recidivist died in Dausa district here after allegedly being thrashed by some people he had fought with earlier, police on Wednesday said.

Niranjan Meena, who had a history of crimes, was found in an injured state near Mehandipur Balaji Police Station.

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He was rushed to the district hospital where doctors declared him dead on arrival.

As per the primary information, Meena was severely thrashed Tuesday night, police said.

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A video has also emerged in which Meena is seen threatening one Sitaram Yadav.

Meena along with 7-8 others had allegedly attacked Sitaram and Yadavram a few days back following which Sitaram had lodged a case against him, police said.

Sitaram Yadav and Yadavram are the prime suspects in the case, police said, adding the matter is under investigation.

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