SRINAGAR: A man from Doda was critically injured in a brutal assault with sharp-edged weapons late Friday night at the Jammu Bus Stand, leading to the arrest of two individuals by the police. The incident has raised concerns about safety in the busy transport hub.
Information was available with The Chenab Times that the victim, identified as Rakesh Kumar, son of Vijay Kumar, a resident of Doda, sustained severe injuries to his head, arms, and other parts of his body. Preliminary reports indicate that the assailants attacked him repeatedly before fleeing the scene. In a disturbing turn of events, the accused allegedly returned approximately ninety minutes later and assaulted the victim once more.
Following the second assault, Rakesh Kumar was promptly transported to the Government Medical College (GMC) Jammu. His condition is currently described as critical by medical authorities. The sustained violence has prompted a swift response from the Jammu Police.
The arrested individuals have been identified as Nikhil Hans, a resident of Dogra Hall, and Rishabh Kumar, from Bakshi Nagar. Law enforcement officials stated that a scooty, believed to have been used by the attackers, along with the sharp-edged weapons allegedly employed in the assault, have been recovered from the scene. These seizures are considered crucial pieces of evidence in the ongoing investigation.
Sources close to the investigation suggest that the attack may have been premeditated. Initial findings point towards the accused having meticulously planned the assault for several days. Evidence indicates that the perpetrators visited the Jammu Bus Stand area two to three days prior to the incident, apparently to locate their target, Rakesh Kumar. This detail suggests a level of reconnaissance and intent that investigators are now exploring.
A case has been formally registered by the police under relevant sections of the law. The investigation is progressing, with authorities seeking to uncover the full motive behind the violent attack and any potential accomplices. The incident underscores the challenges faced by law enforcement in maintaining order and preventing violent crimes in public spaces.
The Chenab Times News Desk