Mumbai: 2 Held For Attempted Murder After Scuffle Over Cigarette Smoke In Mulund

The Mulund police have arrested two men for an alleged attempt to murder after a conflict over cigarette smoke escalated into violence. The incident occurred when members of one group attacked a member of another group with a knife, causing severe injuries. The victim was rushed to Sion Hospital by his friends, where he is reported to be in stable condition. The police stated that the incident occurred a few days ago but did not disclose the exact date.

The accused have been identified as Pratik Ramu Parte, 20, alias Nonia, and Tushar Raju Pawar, 20, alias Bibya.

According to the police, the victim, 24-year-old Vishal Kamble, was smoking cigarettes with his friends Sahil Gaikwad and Sharad Pawar outside Vasant Garden in Mulund.

The conflict began when the accused, who were seated nearby, objected to the smoke. The argument escalated, leading to the accused stabbing Kamble with a knife, according to a Mulund police official.