A sensational incident has come to light from Kurla West, where local hawkers allegedly assaulted Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers, leaving three of them seriously injured. The condition of the injured BJP workers is stated to be critical. A video of the attack has gone viral on social media, triggering tension in the area.
Kurla Police have registered a case of rioting and attempt to murder against six accused in connection with the incident. The main accused has been arrested, while efforts are underway to trace the remaining five.
According to Kurla Police, the incident occurred between 5.30 pm and 6.00 pm on January 18 on New Mill Road in Kurla. BJP workers Akash Singh, Aditya Panse and Aseem Singh reportedly got into an argument with some hawkers over parking a vehicle in front of their shop. What began as a minor altercation soon escalated into a violent clash.
It is alleged that the hawkers jointly launched a murderous attack on the three BJP workers. During the assault, Akash Singh was struck on the head with a paver block, while sharp weapons were also used against all three. Akash Singh sustained severe head injuries and remains in a critical condition. Aditya Panse and Aseem Singh were also brutally assaulted and suffered serious injuries.
Following the incident, Kurla Police promptly registered a case at the local police station and initiated an investigation. The attack sparked widespread outrage among BJP workers and local residents. Members of the aggrieved Sakal Hindu Samaj staged a protest outside Kurla Police Station for nearly two to three hours, demanding strict and immediate action against the accused.
Subsequently, on Monday, police not only arrested the main accused but also removed hawkers from the spot where the incident took place. Police said a detailed investigation is underway and efforts are being made to apprehend the remaining accused.