In a disturbing incident, a street vendor selling momos silt the throat of a customer, named Shafiq, on a busy road in Uttar Pradesh’s Bareilly over a payment dispute recently.
The video of the incident surfaced on the internet and police launched a probe.
In the viral video, the accused, identified as Rinku Prajapati, is seen on Shafiq’s back and slitting his throat as bystanders watch as mute spectators.
According to a police, Prajapati fled the scene after the incident and remains absconding.
The incident has sparked outrage over the brazen display of violence.
Police launch probe
Soon after the horrific video went viral, the Bareilly launched a probe and formed a team to nab Prajapati.
“Shafiq was rushed to hospital. His condition is stable now. The police have swung into action and launched the probe. The investigations is currently underway, the matter will be thoroughly investigated,” said a City III circle police officer in a bite.