Durga Visarjan violence: Mob set accused's house ablaze, attacks SDM following killing of policeman’s family | VIDEO

The trouble began during the Durga Visarjan procession, where a dispute arose involving Kuldeep and policeman Talib Sheikh.

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As the investigation progresses, police are working to apprehend Kuldeep, who remains at large. (X/Anurag_Dwary)

UP News: A violent dispute during Durga Visarjan in Surajpur took a tragic turn when accused Kuldeep allegedly attacked policeman Talib Sheikh, pouring a pan full of hot oil on him. In a shocking escalation, Kuldeep went on to kill Talib Sheikh’s wife and daughter while absconding. As tensions ran high, the situation spiraled out of control when an enraged mob set Kuldeep’s house and vehicles on fire today. The crowd also attacked Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Jagannath Verma, adding to the chaos.

Dispute during Durga Visarjan turns fatal

The trouble began during the Durga Visarjan procession, where a dispute arose involving Kuldeep and policeman Talib Sheikh. During the altercation, Kuldeep poured hot oil over Talib Sheikh, leaving him severely injured. While on the run, Kuldeep allegedly took the lives of Talib’s wife and daughter, sparking fury in the local community.

Mob takes justice into its own hands

In response to the horrifying crime, a mob descended on Kuldeep’s residence, setting fire to his house and vehicles. The enraged crowd didn’t stop there, as they also assaulted SDM Jagannath Verma, who was present at the scene. Local authorities are currently trying to bring the situation under control as the unrest continues to grip the area.

Police investigation underway

As the investigation progresses, police are working to apprehend Kuldeep, who remains at large. The violence has drawn widespread attention and calls for justice, with law enforcement agencies focusing on maintaining peace and order amidst the tensions in Surajpur.