Lucknow: Envious neighbor sets luxury BMW on fire, caught red-handed on CCTV | WATCH

While no formal charges have been filed yet, the police believe that the jealousy-driven act of vandalism was premeditated. The fire was quickly extinguished, preventing any casualties, but the damage to the luxury vehicle was severe.

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The shocking act of arson was caught on the house’s surveillance cameras, clearly showing the neighbor carrying out the malicious act.` (X/tusharcrai)

New Delhi: In a shocking incident in Lucknow's Sarvodaya Nagar, a luxury BMW car was deliberately set on fire, allegedly due to jealousy. The incident occurred late at night in the Ghazipur police station area, where the car was parked outside the owner's residence. CCTV footage captured the moment when a neighbor, reportedly envious of the victim's success, set the vehicle ablaze.

Neighbor caught on CCTV setting BMW ablaze

The shocking act of arson was caught on the house’s surveillance cameras, clearly showing the neighbor carrying out the malicious act. According to the victim, who remains anonymous, the neighbor's motive stemmed from sheer jealousy over the car. After the fire broke out, the victim immediately informed the local authorities, who are now investigating the incident.

Police begin investigation after fire incident

The police have taken the CCTV footage as key evidence and have assured the victim that they are conducting a thorough investigation to bring the perpetrator to justice. While no formal charges have been filed yet, the police believe that the jealousy-driven act of vandalism was premeditated. The fire was quickly extinguished, preventing any casualties, but the damage to the luxury vehicle was severe.

Growing incidents of jealousy-driven crimes

This incident has sparked concerns about rising jealousy-fueled crimes in urban areas, where individuals are often targeted due to their material possessions. The local community has expressed outrage, urging authorities to take swift action against such acts of envy-fueled violence.