Ahmedabad, Gujarat: At least 14 people were arrested for allegedly attacking commuters and vandalising vehicles with sticks and swords in the Vastral area of Ahmedabad on Thursday (March 13) night. The violent incident, captured on video by an eyewitness, showed a mob of around 20 men assaulting an SUV owner and damaging multiple vehicles in the vicinity.
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Rivalry Over Opening of Food Stall
According to Deputy Commissioner of Police Baldev Desai, cited by PTI, a preliminary police investigation indicated that the violence was triggered by a dispute over setting up a food stall near a commercial complex in Vastral. Pankaj Bhavsar allegedly harbored resentment against his rival, Sangram Sikarwar, for preventing him from opening the stall.
Upon learning that Sikarwar had been released from jail a few days earlier, Bhavsar reportedly sent his associates to attack him. However, when they were unable to locate Sikarwar at his residence, the group began randomly assaulting people and damaging vehicles. The situation was eventually brought under control by a police team led by the local inspector.
Following a complaint from the SUV owner, authorities registered a case for rioting, attempt to murder, and other offenses, following which the police arrested 14 people, including a minor.
Viral Videos Showcase Police Brutality
Following the incident, several videos surfaced on social media showing police officers brutally beating the accused men in public. In the footage, officers can be seen striking a young boy with sticks, as they arrested them.
The entire ordeal sparked controversy over police conduct, as the surfaced videos showed officers using excessive force against the accused men.
