Teen Tortured with Electric Shocks Over Mobile Theft Allegations in West Bengal
In a shocking incident that has stirred outrage across West Bengal, a teenager was subjected to brutal torture, including electric shocks, after being falsely accused of stealing a mobile phone. The incident, which took place in Maheshtala, near Kolkata, has raised serious concerns about child safety and the alarming prevalence of vigilante justice in the region. Despite the arrest of three suspects, including the factory owner, the victim remains missing, leaving the community in distress.
The harrowing ordeal began when the boy, a resident of Islamapur, was working at a local factory.Following the theft accusation, he was hung upside down and tortured, with a video of the incident going viral on social media. Authorities swiftly apprehended two suspects, but the main accused, Shahensha, fled the scene. After an extensive examination, police tracked him down in Mumbai, along with two accomplices, Firoz and Ashik. however, the whereabouts of the tortured teenager remain unknown, prompting fears for his safety and well-being. This incident not only highlights the urgent need for legal reforms but also calls for a collective societal effort to protect vulnerable individuals from such heinous acts.
