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Crime
Laborer Attacked with Chili and Knife in Shivpuri’s Jansi Tiraha Area
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 25 Sep 2026, 03:16 PM
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A laborer named Manoj Dhakad was assaulted outside a hardware shop in Shivpuri’s Jansi Tiraha on Friday, reportedly having chili powder forced into his eyes before being repeatedly stabbed in the back. The assailant fled the scene.
Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh – On Friday morning, a laborer identified as Manoj Dhakad was attacked outside a hardware store in the Jansi Tiraha locality. According to eyewitnesses, the assailant first forced chili powder into the victim’s eyes, causing severe irritation and temporary blindness.
After the eye assault, the attacker turned a knife on Dhakad, delivering multiple blows to his back. The injuries were described as serious, prompting immediate medical attention.
Local police arrived at the scene after the incident was reported. The perpetrator fled before authorities could intervene, and an investigation has been launched to identify and apprehend the suspect.
The incident has raised concerns among local workers about safety in public spaces, with community members urging faster police response and better surveillance in the area.
Authorities have appealed for anyone with information to come forward, emphasizing that the motive behind the assault remains unclear.
After the eye assault, the attacker turned a knife on Dhakad, delivering multiple blows to his back. The injuries were described as serious, prompting immediate medical attention.
Local police arrived at the scene after the incident was reported. The perpetrator fled before authorities could intervene, and an investigation has been launched to identify and apprehend the suspect.
The incident has raised concerns among local workers about safety in public spaces, with community members urging faster police response and better surveillance in the area.
Authorities have appealed for anyone with information to come forward, emphasizing that the motive behind the assault remains unclear.