Love affair leads to violent attack in Ahmedabad, one critically injured

A violent altercation took place late on February 17 in Ranip, Ahmedabad, over an alleged love affair, resulting in multiple injuries, including a critical head injury to a man identified as Shankar Dineshbhai Savi. The Ranip police have registered a case and investigated the matter.

According to police, the conflict began around 8 pm when Shankar, a resident of the Ranip, was reportedly sitting near Hanumanji Temple. The dispute arose due to his alleged relationship with Aarti, sister of Sanjay Thakor. Aarti had expressed her desire to marry Shankar, but her family opposed the union due to cultural differences.

Tensions escalated later in the night when, at approximately 11:00 pm, a group led by Bharat alias Bikhli Thakor confronted Shankar. The assailants, armed with sticks and knives, forcefully took him to Bakram B before brutally assaulting him. Witnesses state that Bharat Thakor stabbed Shankar, while other members of the group, including Sanjay Thakor, Gopal Lamanbhai Thakor, and three others, joined in the attack.

Upon hearing the commotion, Shankar’s sister-in-law, Nidhiben, along with Manoj Thakor and Ajay Thakor, attempted to intervene but were also assaulted. Manoj Thakor suffered a severe head injury after being struck with a stick by Gopal Thakor. The attackers fled the scene before emergency services arrived.

Shankar, Manoj Thakor, and another injured individual were rushed to Civil Hospital Ahmedabad via the 108 ambulance service. Doctors confirmed that Shankar sustained a fractured left hand, deep lacerations on his head, and internal bleeding. He remains in critical condition, while Manoj Thakor is also undergoing treatment.

The police have booked the accused under several sections of the Indian Penal Code. A detailed investigation has been initiated, and authorities are working to apprehend all those involved in the attack.

Speaking on the matter, an officer from Ranip Police Station stated, “The case appears to be a result of an ongoing dispute over a love affair. We are actively investigating and taking necessary steps to ensure justice is served.”

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