Noida Wedding Procession Turns Violent: Seven Arrested in Dadri Assault Case
In a disturbing incident of wedding violence, four more individuals have been arrested in connection with the alleged assault that left six members of a family injured during a wedding procession in Dadri, Noida. The arrests were made following the January 24 incident, bringing the total number of people apprehended to seven. Three others had been arrested earlier on Sunday, indicating intensified police action in this serious case.
Details of the Wedding Assault Incident
According to police reports, the violence erupted when Devendra, a resident of Jaganpur village, had traveled with his family members to Rampur to attend a wedding ceremony. The family was waiting for the wedding events to commence when an argument broke out with several men from their own village. What began as a verbal altercation quickly escalated into physical violence, with the family members becoming targets of a brutal attack.
Devendra has alleged that the assault was led by a man identified as Leela, who along with his accomplices, surrounded the family with dangerous weapons. The assailants were reportedly armed with pistols, hockey sticks, iron rods, and wooden bats, creating a terrifying situation for the wedding attendees. The attackers not only threatened to kill the family members but also vandalized their vehicles during the violent episode.
Severity of Injuries and Police Response
The assault resulted in significant injuries to multiple family members. Devendra himself sustained serious injuries during the attack, while his father and uncle reportedly lost consciousness amid the violence. Among those injured was a 73-year-old family member, highlighting the indiscriminate nature of the assault that affected multiple generations.
Based on Devendra's detailed complaint, the Dadri police station has registered a First Information Report (FIR) against 34 named individuals and 10-15 unidentified accused. The charges filed under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) include serious offenses such as:
- Attempt to murder
- Rioting with deadly weapons
- Provisions under the Criminal Law Act
Additionally, separate cases have been registered under the Arms Act against those accused found in possession of illegal weapons during the incident. This comprehensive legal action reflects the gravity of the violence that disrupted what should have been a celebratory occasion.
Ongoing Investigation and Community Impact
The police investigation continues as authorities work to identify all individuals involved in the wedding procession violence. The incident has raised concerns about community safety during social gatherings and the need for heightened security measures at public events. The fact that the altercation occurred between people from the same village adds another layer of complexity to this case, suggesting possible underlying tensions within the community.
This violent episode serves as a stark reminder of how quickly celebratory occasions can turn dangerous when conflicts escalate. The police have emphasized their commitment to ensuring justice for the victims and maintaining law and order in the region. As the legal proceedings advance, the community awaits further developments in this case that has shocked residents of Dadri and surrounding areas in Noida.
