A disturbing video from Katihar, Bihar, has emerged showing the brutal assault of two men. The incident involved villagers who suspected the men of practicing black magic. The victims were tied to a pole, subjected to a severe beating, and forced to drink urine. The video’s circulation on social media prompted an immediate police response.
Upon arriving at the scene, the Barari police rescued the two victims from the villagers. The police promptly arrested two individuals involved in the assault and are actively searching for additional suspects. Locals allege that the village had been experiencing unusual events recently, leading to suspicions that the two men were involved in witchcraft.
The police have arranged for the victims to receive medical care and have launched a comprehensive investigation into the matter. The incident raises serious concerns about law enforcement and highlights societal issues. The viral video captures the brutal beating of the two men, creating a disturbing visual.
**The Assault of Umesh and Iqbal**
The police have confirmed the incident occurred in Kadr Mandal Tola, Ward No. 4, within the Barari police station jurisdiction of Katihar. Villagers, under the suspicion of witchcraft and exorcism, apprehended Umesh Mandal and Mohammad Iqbal. They tied them to a pole, beat them mercilessly, and forced them to consume an unsavory substance. The incident was filmed and distributed online. Upon learning of the brutality, a police team was dispatched to the scene to liberate the victims.
**Legal Action Against Perpetrators**
Currently, two individuals have been arrested, and the search for others continues. The police have stated that those responsible for the assault will face severe consequences, as the act of taking the law into their own hands is illegal. The investigation extends to the claims made against the victims, concerning the alleged practice of witchcraft.