Dalit youth assaulted over unpaid wages in Amroha; 3 arrested
A dispute over unpaid wages in Amroha, Uttar Pradesh, turned violent after a young man was allegedly assaulted when he asked for his dues, police said. The victim had reportedly worked with two brothers from his village, who owed him wages.
The confrontation began when the accused visited his home and asked him to accompany them for work. The situation escalated near his residence, where he was allegedly beaten and his shirt torn during the altercation.
A video of the incident later surfaced online, sparking public outrage and prompting swift police action. Authorities registered a case and arrested three individuals, including the two brothers and their father.
Police said the investigation is ongoing to determine the exact sequence of events and the circumstances that led to the assault.