Rajkot Man Brutally Murdered in Alleged Retaliation Over Juice Cart Complaint
In a shocking incident of violence, a 32-year-old man was brutally murdered in Rajkot on Sunday night. The victim, identified as Bhavesh Vanvi, was attacked by a group of assailants near Dream City in the Raiyadhar area. Police have swiftly registered a case of murder against Hamir Jogarana and four to five other unidentified individuals, with initial investigations pointing to a possible connection with a prior complaint filed by the victim.
Details of the Fatal Attack
According to the First Information Report (FIR) lodged by Rahul Parmar, a friend of the deceased, the tragic events unfolded when he, Bhavesh, and another friend, Prince Vanvi, were sitting near Sopan Heights before heading out for dinner. As they passed by Dream City, they were followed by attackers traveling in a car and on a motorcycle. The assailants launched a vicious assault on Bhavesh, using sticks, sickles, and axes, while also beating Prince, who sustained serious head injuries.
The attackers then forcibly took Bhavesh into their car, subjected him to further brutal assault, and later dumped him on the road near Sheetal Park Chokdi. He was immediately rushed to a government hospital but succumbed to his injuries. Prince is currently undergoing medical treatment for his wounds.
Motive Linked to Municipal Complaint
The complaint filed by Rahul Parmar suggests that the attack was motivated by a grievance related to a roadside juice cart. Bhavesh had previously lodged a complaint with the municipal corporation against Hamir Jogarana, which is believed to have triggered the fatal retaliation. This detail has become a focal point in the police investigation, highlighting how a seemingly minor dispute escalated into a deadly confrontation.
Police Investigation and Legal Proceedings
University police station inspector Hareshkumar Patel confirmed that the case is being treated as murder, with plans to add Section 103(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Initially, the case was registered under Sections 109, 118(1), 191(2), 190, and 140(3) of the BNS, along with the Atrocity Act. The investigation has also revealed that Bhavesh had a history of prior offences, including ten cases related to rioting and assault, and had been booked under the Prevention of Anti-Social Activities (PASA) Act in the past.
Authorities are actively pursuing leads to identify and apprehend all individuals involved in this heinous crime. The incident has sent shockwaves through the local community, raising concerns about public safety and the escalation of personal disputes into violent acts.
