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Published 17:55 IST, August 4th 2024

Uttarakhand Shocker: Boy Brutally Beaten on Suspicion of Stealing From Shop

Horrifying incident has surfaced on social media shows a young boy was subjected to a brutal beating on the suspicion of stealing from a shop in Rudrapur

Reported by: Rishi Shukla
Uttarakhand boy beaten by shopkeeper on suspicion of stealing from shop | Image: X

Rudrapur, Uttarakhand: Horrifying incident has surfaced on social media shows a young boy was subjected to a brutal beating on the suspicion of stealing from a shop in Rudrapur, Uttarakhand. 

The incident has sparked outrage on social media, with netizens demanding quick action against the accused shopkeeper.

A video of the assault, which has gone viral, shows the shopkeeper mercilessly beating the boy. The extent of the boy's injuries is yet to be ascertained. The harrowing footage has triggered widespread condemnation, with users on social media labeling the shopkeeper a "goon" and demanding his immediate arrest.

"If he had his way, he would have killed him," commented one user, reflecting the public sentiment on the matter.

Uttarakhand Boy Beaten Video,

The incident has once again brought to light the issue of vigilante justice and the need for stricter laws to protect innocent civilians. Netizens demand Authorities to take cognizance of the matter and initiate an investigation into the case.

One user wrote, ‘Beating Someone So Badly on the basis of Suspicion cannot be Justified under any Circumstances...these people should be Given Severe Punishment..…’

Another user says, ‘Oh my goodness!! What is wrong with people in India? @UdhamSNagarPol any action against the shopkeeper? Shocking and barbaric!!’

As the investigation unfolds, people awaits justice for the young victim. This incident shows the importance of advance law and order and strong due process and the rule of law.

Updated 17:55 IST, August 4th 2024

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