Bijnor: In a shocking incident captured on camera, a mentally ill youth was tied with a rope and brutally beaten by a mob in Uttar Pradesh’s Bijnor for allegedly molesting a 55-year-old woman. Videos of the incident have been circulating on social media, showcasing the disturbing scene. The footage depicts the youth being restrained by some individuals while another person mercilessly strikes him with a stick as villagers watch on. The intensity of the beating causes the youth to collapse onto the ground.
Identified as Mohammad Shehzad, the victim is currently receiving treatment for his mental illness at a local hospital, as confirmed by the police. The incident unfolded in Jhalri village, where the mob allegedly administered a Talibani punishment to the youth due to charges of molestation.
Additionally, reports suggest that the victim was subjected to the pouring of cold water on his body after being tied up and thrashed brutally. Prior to this incident, Mohammad Shehzad had allegedly harassed another woman a day earlier, further fueling the anger of the villagers who ultimately took matters into their own hands by tying him up and assaulting him.
Law enforcement officials have initiated an investigation and a complaint has been registered in connection with the matter. The police are diligently studying the video evidence and have launched an operation to apprehend the culprits responsible for the violent act.
Expressing concern over the villagers’ vigilantism, authorities maintain that the correct course of action would have been to hand over the accused youth to the police, thereby allowing the legal system to proceed accordingly.
Highlighting the circumstances surrounding the incident, the police revealed that Mohammad Shehzad, despite being mentally challenged, managed to escape from his residence and subsequently harassed two women before the villagers subjected him to the brutal thrashing. The police have also questioned the youth’s family in the aftermath of the incident.
While the investigation progresses, actions will be taken against the individuals involved in the physical assault once they are identified, as assured by the police.
This shocking event serves as a reminder of the importance of upholding the rule of law and allowing authorities to handle such matters in a proper and legal manner. The incident also raises questions regarding the treatment of individuals with mental illnesses and the need for increased awareness and support systems within communities.
The video footage has sparked outrage and condemnation throughout the region, prompting discussions about the need to address such incidents and the importance of fostering a society that respects the legal and ethical principles that underpin it.
It is essential that incidents such as these are met with swift and appropriate action to ensure justice is served, safeguard the rights of every individual, and deter acts of vigilantism. Only by doing so can societies move towards a more harmonious and secure future for all.
We will continue to monitor developments in this case and provide updates as more information becomes available.
