Kanpur BCom Student Brutally Assaulted, Pistol Fired in Air by Drunk Youths
In a shocking incident that has sent ripples through Kanpur, a group of inebriated youths assaulted a BCom student and fired a pistol in the air in the Kakadeo area on Monday night. The Kakadeo police have swiftly registered a First Information Report (FIR) based on the victim's complaint and have taken several suspects into custody, as the disturbing video of the assault spread rapidly across social media platforms.
Details of the Terrifying Assault
The victim, identified as Aman Sonkar, a resident of Gita Nagar and a BCom student, recounted the harrowing experience. He stated that he went with his friends on Monday night to have tea near Manas Manch Park in Pandu Nagar. According to Aman, some youths who were drinking alcohol near the park began hurling abuses at them without provocation.
When Aman and his friends objected to the verbal harassment, the situation escalated dramatically. The intoxicated youths chased them while firing a pistol into the air, creating a scene of panic and terror in the neighborhood.
Rescue by Restaurant Employees
Aman managed to flee and reached near a restaurant in Pandu Nagar, but the miscreants quickly surrounded him and launched a brutal physical assault. In a fortunate turn of events, employees from the restaurant intervened and saved Aman from further harm, highlighting the crucial role of bystanders in such critical situations.
Police Action and Investigation
Archana Singh, the Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (ADCP) Central, confirmed that a formal report was registered against the accused. Leveraging the viral video as key evidence, police teams were immediately formed to track down and arrest the perpetrators. The swift response by the Kakadeo police underscores their commitment to maintaining law and order, especially in cases that gain public attention through social media.
This incident raises serious concerns about public safety and the influence of alcohol-fueled violence in urban areas. Authorities are urging citizens to report such activities promptly and are enhancing patrols in sensitive zones to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
