Shopkeeper Dispute Escalates to Violent Clash in Bihar

In Bihar's Araria district, a shopkeeper dispute turned violent when Halima Khatoon allegedly attacked Bulbul Khatoon with an iron rod. The conflict began over a refusal to sell items on credit. Despite serious allegations, police confirmed no arrests have been made. Investigation is ongoing.

In a dramatic escalation of a simple credit request, two women in Bihar's Araria district found themselves at the heart of a violent clash last Friday. Local police disclosed new details on Sunday regarding the altercation between shopkeeper Halima Khatoon and customer Bulbul Khatoon, which revolved around the refusal to complete a purchase worth Rs 15 on credit.

The confrontation took a violent turn when Bulbul Khatoon went to confront Halima at her shop in Samaula. Reports allege that Halima Khatoon, joined by her family members, assaulted Bulbul with an iron rod, leaving her with significant injuries. Bulbul further claimed that her jewelry, valued at Rs 8,000, was seized during the incident.

Authorities at the Forbesganj police station confirmed that a case has been registered under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). While some reports suggesting more gruesome injuries were dismissed, police affirmed that Bulbul is receiving treatment, and investigations continue without any arrests made yet.

(With inputs from agencies.)