Nirina Mahery Rakotobe, a photographer and father of two known in Antananarivo's photography circles, was fatally stabbed in the neck Monday night in Antohomadinika. The victim, founder of RM Studio MG, was attacked around 9:30 p.m. in the Lalamby fokontany district where he lived with his family. According to initial reports, an individual knocked on the kitchen door. When the father opened it, he was dragged outside by his attacker and stabbed in the neck. No belongings were taken during the assault. However, the family reports the assailant had previously demanded money and wore a hood. Only one person was seen removing the victim from the house. A water gun-like object filled with a chili pepper-based substance was also found inside. Police arrived at the scene to conduct initial investigations. An inquiry has been opened to identify the perpetrator and determine the exact circumstances of this murder. Nirina Mahery Rakotobe is survived by his wife and young children.