Chandigarh police have arrested a juvenile for the alleged strangulation murder of a 15-year-old boy in the Mauli Jagran area. The victim, identified as Amit, a resident of Sunder Nagar in Mauli Jagran Part-2, was killed on Monday night. The arrest was made following an investigation into the incident that has sparked outrage among local residents.
Family Blocks Traffic to Demand Arrests
According to the victim's family, three juveniles were involved in the gruesome murder. While police apprehended one accused, the family blocked traffic at the Sunder Nagar-Mauli Jagran light point on Tuesday to pressure authorities to arrest the other two suspects. The protest, which lasted nearly an hour, caused a major traffic jam in the area. The family lifted the blockade only after receiving assurance from police that further arrests would be made.
Details of the Incident
As per information available, Amit was playing at a park with four others on Monday night when a scuffle broke out between them. During the altercation, one of the accused strangled Amit and repeatedly punched his throat, rendering him unconscious. The victim's family rushed him to Government Multi-Specialty Hospital (GMSH) in Sector 16, where doctors declared him brought dead.
Police Investigation Underway
Local police reached the spot immediately after the incident was reported. A Crime Scene Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL) team was called to investigate the crime scene and collect evidence. The arrested juvenile is currently in police custody as investigations continue. This incident comes just days after a 26-year-old youth, Ashish, was fatally stabbed at Fauji Park in Mauli Jagran on Sunday, raising concerns about safety in the area.
Community Reaction and Next Steps
The family's protest highlights the community's demand for swift justice and accountability. Police have assured that efforts are underway to apprehend the remaining suspects. The case has drawn attention to juvenile crime and the need for effective law enforcement in the region.
