A crusher industry worker was killed by his co-workers over a gambling dispute in Panauti, Kavre, on Saturday night.

Police said Som Bahadur Ghalan, 23, of Gokule-4 was fatally struck by iron rod by his co-workers while playing a game of cards.

Ghalan, who was rushed to Scheer Memorial Hospital, was referred to Madhyapur Thimi Hospital, where he died during treatment.

Police have arrested four suspects. (PR)