AGARTALA: In a deeply tragic incident, mob violence in Tripura’s Laxmibil area of Bishalgarh claimed the life of 24-year-old Sajal Nama, a resident of Bankumari.
Sajal, accused of stealing a battery, succumbed to injuries inflicted during a brutal assault by locals, leaving behind a grieving family and raising serious concerns about the perils of vigilante justice.
The incident unfolded when Sajal was accused of battery theft. Acting on these accusations, a group of locals allegedly attacked him, delivering a severe beating before handing him over to the Bishalgarh police. After being briefly detained, Sajal was released.
Upon returning home, he reportedly told his wife about the extreme brutality he endured, particularly mentioning a severe head injury.
“He told me they beat him severely over false allegations. He had a serious head injury,” his distraught wife recalled.
Despite seeking medical attention, Sajal’s condition worsened rapidly. He was initially treated at Bishalgarh Hospital before being referred to IGM Hospital due to the severity of his injuries. Doctors there declared his condition critical, prompting an urgent transfer to GB Hospital. Tragically, Sajal succumbed to his injuries during treatment late Wednesday evening.
Sajal’s death has left his family in deep anguish. His wife, now widowed, is struggling to come to terms with the tragedy. “I don’t know how I’ll manage without him. Our financial condition is dire, and I have two children to raise,” she said tearfully. She has called for justice, urging authorities to take action against those responsible for her husband’s death.
The victim’s body was released to the family on Thursday afternoon following an autopsy. The grief-stricken family, along with local residents, are demanding accountability and swift justice for the senseless violence that led to Sajal’s untimely demise.
The police have launched a formal investigation into the incident, aiming to identify and prosecute those involved in the assault. The case has sparked outrage in the community, with calls growing louder for stricter measures to prevent mob violence.
“I lost my husband to baseless accusations and senseless violence. All I want is justice for him,” Sajal’s wife appealed.
This tragic case highlights the dangers of mob justice and the irreparable harm it causes to innocent families, leaving a community grappling with shock and sorrow.