Crime News: A disturbing incident has emerged from Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, where an elderly woman was brutally assaulted by a neighbor following a dispute over allegations of witchcraft. The victim, Meena Gupta, mother of local businessman Ankit Gupta, was reportedly attacked by Ali Mohammad, a neighbor who had previously been accused of practicing black magic. This violent altercation has left the community in shock and raised concerns about escalating tensions in the area.Details of brutal attack According to reports, Ali Mohammad assaulted Meena Gupta with an iron rod, striking her with such force that several of her teeth were knocked out, and her jaw was severely fractured. The attack did not stop there Ali Mohammad attempted to strangle Meena, and when she cried for help, he further assaulted her, breaking her jaw. Despite the severity of the attack, witnesses nearby did not intervene, allegedly due to fear of retaliation from the accused.Following the attack, Ali Mohammad reportedly threatened the Gupta family, warning them to leave their home and business or face further violence. The accused even threatened to send them to Bangladesh if they did not comply. The family, now living in fear, has made desperate pleas for justice, alleging that the local police have been unresponsive and may have accepted bribes to release the accused.Police responseAlthough the police have since arrested Ali Mohammad, the Gupta family remains fearful, citing ongoing threats. The situation has sparked outrage, with Meena Guptas son vowing to escalate the matter to the Chief Ministers office if justice is not served.
