Barber stabbed to death over payment dispute by customer in Vatva

A payment dispute at a barber's shop in Vatva, Ahmedabad, took a tragic turn when the 35-year-old barber, Wasim Ahmed, was fatally stabbed by a customer on Thursday evening.

The accused, Mohid Khan, allegedly attacked Ahmed with a knife over an argument, leaving him with severe wounds. The incident occurred at Kalapi Hair Salon near Saiyedwadi, Vatva, where Ahmed had been running his business for the past four years.  

According to Ahmed’s elder brother Mohammed Mohsin, the altercation began around 6.30 pm when Mohid Khan, a resident of Taslim Society, refused to pay for a haircut.

The disagreement escalated into a physical confrontation, during which Khan pulled out a knife and fatally attacked Ahmed before fleeing the scene.  

Ahmed was discovered unconscious and bleeding heavily in his shop. He was rushed to the hospital but succumbed to his injuries.  

As per police, this was not the first incident involving Khan. The accused has a history of disputes over unpaid bills and had even threatened to damage the shop in the past.

However, no formal complaint had been lodged against him before the fatal encounter. The victim had endured Mohid Khan’s behaviour for a long time, but this time he went too far. 

The Vatva police have registered a case against Khan under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code, including charges of murder. 

P B Zala, who is leading the investigation, confirmed that eyewitness accounts and forensic evidence are being collected to build a strong case. The accused has been apprehended, and further investigations are underway.  

Wasim Ahmed is survived by his wife Nasreen and their two young children, aged three and five. Known as a hardworking businessman and devoted family man, his untimely death has left his family and the local community in shock and mourning.

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