Arrest in Tragic Chhattisgarh Mob Attack on Cattle Transporters

A 23-year-old man, Harsh Mishra, was arrested for his alleged involvement in the attack and death of three cattle transporters in Raipur district, Chhattisgarh. Two victims died on June 7, while a third succumbed to injuries later. Police are continuing to investigate and identify additional suspects.


PTI | Raipur | Updated: 22-06-2024 20:47 IST | Created: 22-06-2024 20:47 IST
Arrest in Tragic Chhattisgarh Mob Attack on Cattle Transporters
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In a significant development, a 23-year-old man named Harsh Mishra was arrested on Saturday for his alleged involvement in the deadly attack on three cattle transporters in Raipur district, Chhattisgarh.

According to police, Mishra was apprehended from a friend's residence in Borsi, Durg district. He faces charges under several sections of the Indian Penal Code, including 304 (culpable homicide not amounting to murder), 308 (attempt to commit culpable homicide), and 34 (common intention).

The tragic incident, which occurred on June 7, led to the deaths of Guddu Khan (35) and Chand Miya Khan (23), after they were chased by a mob. Their associate, Saddam Qureshi, succumbed to injuries on June 18. Police have formed a special team to probe the case and are on the lookout for more suspects.

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