Mob Lynching in Karnataka: Man Killed After Chanting ‘Pakistan Zindabad’ During Cricket Match
Tragedy Strikes Cricket Match in Mangaluru
A heartbreaking incident of mob violence has shaken the city of Mangaluru in Karnataka. A man lost his life after being brutally attacked by a mob allegedly for chanting ‘Pakistan Zindabad’ during a local cricket match on Sunday. The incident has sparked outrage and condemnation across the state.
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara confirmed the incident, stating that the victim succumbed to his injuries after being beaten by the mob. He emphasized that a detailed report is awaited and that arrests have been made. Around 10 to 12 people have been taken into custody, with investigations still underway.
What Happened?
According to reports, the violence erupted during a heated cricket tournament involving ten teams and over 100 players. A scuffle broke out between the victim and a man named Sachin, which quickly spiraled into a violent assault by a group. Witnesses tried to intervene, but a section of the crowd continued to beat the man with sticks and kicks.
The victim’s body was discovered near a temple, prompting the police to be alerted around 5.30 pm. Initially, there were no major visible injuries, leading the police to suspect a natural death. However, later information revealed that the man had been physically assaulted during the match.
A post-mortem conducted at Wenlock District Hospital confirmed that the victim died from internal bleeding and shock caused by repeated blows to his back. Investigators also documented injuries on his limbs, back, buttocks, and genitals, reportedly inflicted with wooden logs.
investigation underway
The case has been registered following a complaint by 33-year-old local resident Deepak Kumar. Nineteen people have been named in the First Information Report (FIR), and more suspects are likely to be identified through analysis of CCTV footage and mobile data. Police are actively gathering evidence and anticipate further arrests.
Mangaluru Police Commissioner Anupam Agarwal told India Today that “All those involved will face the harshest legal consequences.”
