A heart-wrenching tale of violence shook Rewa, Madhya Pradesh, as three motorcycle-borne thugs tied 60-year-old cyclist Laxman Prajapati to their scooter with a towel and dragged him ruthlessly across Semariya village road. The barbaric assault occurred Saturday evening after Prajapati boldly refused their extortion demands.
Graphic video evidence, now viral across platforms, shows the senior citizen writhing in agony, his clothes torn and skin bloodied from the ordeal. Shared widely by Sunday, the clip has sparked widespread condemnation and calls for stricter law enforcement in the region.
Admitted to Sanjay Gandhi Hospital in critical condition, Prajapati battles multiple injuries. Physicians note extensive abrasions, internal bruising, and risk of infection, emphasizing the savagery of the attack.
Rewa police acted decisively, nabbing one perpetrator, Kunnu Saket, while manhunts continue for his accomplices. ‘Preliminary investigations point to a botched loot. Interrogations will uncover full details,’ said SHO Vikas Kapish.
Enraged locals, including the victim’s family, staged a road blockade on Rewa-Semariya highway, venting frustrations over recurring crimes. ‘Complaints fall on deaf ears; we demand protection,’ they chorused. Police negotiators de-escalated the standoff, promising comprehensive probes and severe penalties.
This gruesome episode exposes deep-seated issues of rural insecurity, where petty criminals operate with impunity. With public fury mounting, Madhya Pradesh law enforcement faces pressure to deliver rapid justice and prevent future atrocities. Prajapati’s survival hangs in balance, symbolizing the human cost of unchecked lawlessness.