In a tragic incident, a 19-year-old youth named Deepu Kumar lost his life after being brutally attacked by his coworker with an iron rod in Pune’s Pimpri-Chinchwad area. The incident, which occurred following a dispute over cooking, has left the community in shock. The accused, identified as Mukesh Kushwah, has been taken into custody, and the disturbing event, captured on CCTV, has since gone viral on social media.
Attack Caught on CCTV
CCTV footage from the scene reveals that the accused waited until his coworkers, including Deepu, had fallen asleep before launching the attack. The footage shows Mukesh picking up an iron rod and striking Deepu on the head multiple times as he lay asleep. The two reportedly argued earlier in the evening over a cooking-related issue. While the others went to sleep after the dispute, Mukesh reportedly stayed awake to exact his revenge. Deepu Kumar, who had only recently arrived in Pimpri-Chinchwad, tragically lost his life as a result of the assault.
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#WATCH : Murder of a young man from #Kushinagar with a rod in Pune, Maharashtra: Just two months after reaching work, Diphu Saini was beaten to death by his friend Mukesh with a sharp weapon after a minor dispute.The incident was captured in CCTV.#Maharashtra #punecctv #MURDER pic.twitter.com/p1ozWscf6w
— Ravi Pandey🇮🇳 (@ravipandey2643) November 3, 2024
Employed as Caretakers in Private Firm
Deepu and Mukesh, along with three others, were employed as caretakers by a private company. Following the incident, authorities have filed charges against Mukesh under Section 103(1) of the Indian Penal Code. The case has drawn attention to workplace conflicts and has sparked a broader conversation on the need for conflict resolution mechanisms.
Separate Incident: Firecracker Mishap Claims Life of Local Resident
In another tragic event on November 1 in Pimpri-Chinchwad, a 35-year-old man, Soham Patel, died after being struck by a speeding car while setting off firecrackers on the road. CCTV footage shows him celebrating Diwali with others along the roadside when a fast-moving car unexpectedly hit him, sending him airborne. Bystanders were left in shock as Patel sustained severe injuries and later succumbed to them.
Viral Footage Spurs Online Reactions
Both incidents, captured on CCTV, have quickly gone viral across social media platforms, sparking discussions and raising awareness about road safety and interpersonal conflicts in workplaces. These events underscore the importance of safety precautions during celebrations and the critical need for conflict management to prevent such tragedies in professional settings