Khajuraho (Madhya Pradesh): Another case of Love Jihad was reported from Madhya Pradesh’s Chhatarpur where the Muslim man was thrashed half-stripped and paraded publicly, on Tuesday.
According to information, the incident took place in the Khajuraho police station area at a hotel named Apna Restaurant Hotel. The man was identified as Mohammad Shakeel. He was accused of blackmailing a Hindu woman for nearly 4 years.
Woman approached Bajrang Dal for help
It is said that the woman herself approached members of Bajrang Dal seeking help. After receiving the information, Bajrang Dal workers reached the hotel and allegedly found the man and the woman inside a room.
Soon after, a large commotion broke out at the hotel.
Eyewitnesses claimed that the workers caught the man, partially stripped him and took out a procession of him, walking him through the market area to the police station.
A large number of people gathered during the incident. A video of the episode is also said to be circulating on social media.
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Man accused of trapping minor Hindu girls
Bajrang Dal members alleged that the man used to trap and blackmail minor Hindu girls. However, these allegations have not been officially confirmed by the police.
Khajuraho police have taken the man into custody and started questioning him. Police officials said that the matter is under investigation.
The woman’s statement is being recorded and the hotel management will also be questioned.
Authorities said further legal action will be taken based on the facts that come out during the investigation.
