Bhubaneswar Constable Killed by Mob Following Collision Incident
Mob kills Bhubaneswar constable after two-wheeler collision, alleged assault on women: Police
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A Government Railway Police constable, Soumya Ranjan Swain, was killed by a mob in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India, after his motorcycle collided with a scooty carrying two women who accused him of harassment. The incident escalated quickly, leading to a violent mob attack, and police are investigating the matter.
- 01Constable Soumya Ranjan Swain was killed following a collision with a scooty in Bhubaneswar.
- 02The women accused Swain and his friend of harassment, leading to mob violence.
- 03Police are investigating the incident and have registered an FIR against Swain.
- 04Videos of the assault have circulated on social media, showing the mob's aggression.
- 05Swain's mother claims the attack was premeditated, not a spontaneous reaction.
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On Thursday, a Government Railway Police (GRP) constable, Soumya Ranjan Swain, was killed by a mob on the outskirts of Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India, after his motorcycle collided with a scooty carrying two women. The incident occurred near the Ramachandrapur bridge, where an argument ensued, leading the women to accuse Swain and his friend, Om Prakash, of harassment. Local residents intervened, allegedly tying up the men and brutally assaulting them with sticks. Videos of the incident show the mob attacking even in the presence of police. Bhubaneswar Deputy Commissioner of Police, Jagmohan Meena, stated that they are investigating the matter and have registered a First Information Report (FIR) against Swain. The injured friend has yet to provide a statement crucial for the investigation. Swain's mother believes that the attack was premeditated, indicating a determined effort to kill her son. Swain also worked part-time as a gym trainer.
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This incident raises concerns about public safety and mob justice in Bhubaneswar, impacting community trust in law enforcement.
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