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Locals Beat Four Impersonating Sadhus in Mumbai's Jogeshwari, Police Involved
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🗓 23 Jun 2026, 05:31 PM
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Four individuals were reportedly beaten by locals in Mumbai's Jogeshwari area after being caught impersonating sadhus. They were subsequently handed over to the police.
In Mumbai's Jogeshwari neighbourhood, a group of four men were subjected to physical assault by local residents. The individuals were allegedly posing as religious ascetics, or sadhus, at the time of the incident.
Following the thrashing, the men were apprehended by the community members and subsequently handed over to the local police authorities. Further details regarding the identities of the accused or the specific circumstances leading to the assault are yet to be officially disclosed.
The police are expected to investigate the matter, including verifying the claims of impersonation and the reasons behind the locals' actions. The incident highlights a reported instance of public vigilantism in the area.
Following the thrashing, the men were apprehended by the community members and subsequently handed over to the local police authorities. Further details regarding the identities of the accused or the specific circumstances leading to the assault are yet to be officially disclosed.
The police are expected to investigate the matter, including verifying the claims of impersonation and the reasons behind the locals' actions. The incident highlights a reported instance of public vigilantism in the area.