A 21-year-old man, Sehbaaz Khan Salim Khan Pathan, was brutally lynched by a mob in Gujarat’s Vadodara city over suspicions of theft. The incident occurred in the Warasiya locality where Pathan and his companion, 20-year-old Imran Tiliyawala, were confronted by locals. The duo was allegedly caught while attempting to flee, and Pathan was assaulted by the mob, resulting in his death.
According to the police, Pathan and Tiliyawala had arrived in the area on a stolen two-wheeler, sparking suspicions among locals. Deputy Commissioner of Police Panna Momaya stated that the men were found with tools and the stolen vehicle, which further fueled the mob’s anger. However, the police have condemned the violent response, emphasizing that citizens should not take the law into their own hands.
[news_related_post]The Vadodara city police station has lodged an FIR under sections of the Indian Penal Code for murder against unidentified persons. The police are reviewing CCTV footage to identify the accused and are investigating the incident. Tiliyawala is currently undergoing treatment for critical injuries. The incident highlights concerns over mob violence and lynching in India, with reports indicating a rise in such incidents since the 2019 Lok Sabha polls.
