18-year-old youth murdered in public over firecracker dispute in Surat

An 18-year-old youth was brutally murdered in public in the Bhatar area of Surat following an altercation over bursting firecrackers on Diwali night. The deceased has been identified as Prasiddh Santosh More. This bloody incident, occurring on the day of the festival, has sent shockwaves through the entire Bhatar region, leaving locals in a state of fear.

According to a report by Sandesh, a general tension and verbal spat broke out among youths regarding the bursting of firecrackers on Diwali night. This dispute rapidly escalated and turned into a physical fight. During this, anti-social elements, acting in a fit of rage, launched a fatal attack on Prasiddh Santosh More, resulting in severe injuries that led to his death at the scene.

Upon receiving information about the incident, a large contingent from the Khatodra police station and senior police officials reached the spot. The police took possession of the body and initiated the process of shifting it to the Civil Hospital for post-mortem. The police have registered a case of murder and launched an investigation. They are currently procuring CCTV footage from the scene and questioning eyewitnesses. Separate teams have been formed by the police to apprehend the absconding accused.

This incident took place in the Bhatar area of Surat, where this event challenged law and order during the festive season.