Kalyan: A 60-year-old man lost his life while trying to save his son from a mob that attacked him with iron rods and sticks in Ghariwali village, Dombivli, on Tuesday night, police said.
Case Registered Against 14 Accused
A case has been registered at Manpada police station against 14 individuals, including Sahil Jadhav, Mayur Patil, Vinod, Nisha Jadhav and her daughter, Jaywanti Jadhav, and eight unidentified persons. So far, three women and a 16-year-old minor have been arrested in connection with the incident.
Details of the Attack
According to the First Information Report (FIR), Bama Jadhav was having dinner with his sons Rahul (35) and Dinesh (37) when approximately 14 people from the neighborhood gathered outside their residence and demanded that Dinesh come out. As soon as Dinesh stepped out, they attacked him with iron rods and sticks. Hearing the commotion, Bama and Rahul rushed outside to rescue him. However, the attackers assaulted them as well. Bama sustained severe injuries and died on the spot, while an injured Dinesh was rushed to a hospital for treatment.
Police Investigation Underway
Police suspect the attack stemmed from a past dispute, though the exact motive is still under investigation. Assistant Commissioner of Police, Dombivli division, Suhas Hemade said, "The main accused is among the 10 others on the run. Once the main accused is arrested, the exact reason behind the assault will be known."
Legal Proceedings
On Wednesday, the three arrested women were produced before a Kalyan court, which remanded them into police custody until May 1. The minor was sent to Bhiwandi remand home. Authorities continue to search for the remaining accused.
