In a shocking incident in Mumbai, two security guards were brutally stabbed by unidentified assailants after they refused to recite the Kalma, an Islamic declaration of faith. The attack took place late Saturday night in the Powai area, leaving the guards critically injured. The Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has been roped in to investigate the possible terror angle behind the assault.
Details of the Attack
The victims, identified as Ramesh Yadav and Suresh Patil, were on duty at a residential complex when a group of three men approached them. The assailants allegedly forced the guards to recite the Kalma, and when they refused, the attackers stabbed them multiple times before fleeing the scene. Both guards were rushed to a nearby hospital, where their condition remains critical.
Police Investigation
The Mumbai Police have registered a case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and are probing the motive behind the attack. Senior police officials stated that they are not ruling out any possibilities, including a terror link. The ATS has taken over the investigation to ascertain if the attackers had any extremist affiliations.
ATS Involvement: The Anti-Terrorism Squad is examining the incident from all angles, including the possibility of a hate crime or a terror-related act. Forensic teams have collected evidence from the crime scene, and CCTV footage is being analyzed to identify the suspects.
Community Reaction
The incident has sparked outrage among local residents and political leaders. Many have condemned the attack and demanded swift action against the perpetrators. Security has been tightened in the area, and police are conducting searches to nab the accused.
Authorities have urged the public to remain calm and have assured that the investigation is progressing rapidly.
